What's the plans for Saturday night? a) Eating a delicious meal 🍕 b) Trying a fun new cocktail 🍸 c) Dancing with your friends 🕺 d) All of the above 🙌 If you answered d then you're in luck — Courtenay Place has all this (and more) in one street. neatplaces.co.nz/stories/things…

Sunday is for treats, right? 🥐 Rise and shine for your daily dose of carbs at these Wellington bakeries. Croissant, doughnut, pastry, or pie - or, all of the above? wellingtonnz.com/visit/eat-and-…

Where's your favourite spot to get a pie in Wellington? Flaky, buttery, hot, and tasty, these are (some of) the best in the city 👇 thespinoff.co.nz/kai/27-09-2024…

Weather doesn't have to hold back your holiday plans. Explore an island, take a trip to space, or learn about history at the capital’s many things to see and do for kids of all ages. wellingtonnz.com/visit/see-and-…

If you visit New Zealand but skip the capital, you're missing out. From scenic bike tours to fascinating exhibits and heaps of dining and coffee options, there's much more to Wellington than you can squeeze into a stopover. news.com.au/travel/destina…

Halfway through the week and already dreaming of the weekend? Put a spring in your step on these Wellington trails. From flowers to farmland to bush to forest, you'll have a blooming good time 🌸 wellingtonnz.com/visit/trails/s…

Packed with theatres, cinemas, bars and restaurants, you’ll find lots of spots to eat, drink, and be entertained all in one area. neatplaces.co.nz/stories/things…

Here’s a prime opportunity for gamers in Wellington. 🎮 The very first Wellington Games Week arrives this week from 13 to 19 October. This programme is a fresh addition to the New Zealand Game Developers Conference. See how you can play. wellingtonnz.com/visit/events/n…

Make it sweet, simple, and inexpensive. There's lots to see and do for free in pedestrian-friendly Wellington. Here’s your budget-friendly guide to sightseeing in the city. 👟🌅 wellingtonnz.com/visit/see-and-…

Are you curious about potential ghosts and where their spirits may still linger? 🎭🌬️ Wellington's St James Theatre is not to be missed if you're fascinated by ghost sightings and local history. wellington.govt.nz/news-and-event…

Hot chips are enough of a reason for a tasty adventure. Whether you'd prefer getting a couple of scoops for takeaway or a basket of the good stuff at your favourite restaurant, these “PO-TAY-TOES” are sure to satisfy your salty cravings. 🍟 thespinoff.co.nz/kai/11-10-2024…

Behold the fabulous aurora australis — pictured at Pencarrow Lighthouse in Lower Hutt. 🌌🩷 This latest geomagnetic storm gave stargazers a spectacular show around Wellington. Photo credit: Sam. Windsor windsywinds Who would you like to see the Southern Lights with? 👯📷

Jim Beam Homegrown is back - and this time it's a two-day affair. Get ready, Wellington's Kiwi music festival is officially adding Friday night to the programme. wellingtonnz.com/visit/events/j…

Get ready to jam – the Wellington Jazz Festival kicks off tomorrow. 🎶🎷 The Rodger Fox Big Band, Marcus Miller, esperanza spalding, and ORO MĀIA are just some of the amazing acts on offer between 16 and 20 Oct. wellingtonnz.com/visit/events/w…

If Bluey and her family have been taking over your TV, you won't want to miss this. 'Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show' comes to TSB Arena in April. The global smash hit theatre show brings your favourite blue heelers to life on stage. 💙🐾 wellingtonnz.com/visit/events/b…

Who's been enjoying the extra hour of sunlight lately? 🙋🏻‍♀️☀️ If the additional daylight has you wanting to make more of your evenings, here are a few spots where you can meet your besties for a cocktail and snack after work. Tag your happy hour pals. 👯‍♀️ buff.ly/47X2CGF

The first Wellington Games Week (WGW) is off to an exciting start. For the opportunity to play more than 40 New Zealand-made games, head to Tākina this Saturday for the Kiwi Game Zone. This WGW event is free and family-friendly. wellingtonnz.com/visit/events/n…

It’s so much more than avocado toast. 🥑🍴 From vegan doughnuts to scrumptious veggie burgers, international dishes, and multi-course fine dining, here's where herbivores can feast like royalty in Wellington. wellingtonnz.com/visit/eat-and-…

Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush is New Zealand's only botanic garden dedicated solely to native plants. If you love nature soundscapes and ASMR, this is definitely the place to go for soaking up all the good sounds and sensations. wellingtonnz.com/visit/trails/o…

Maybe it's mini golf. Maybe it's art. No wait, it's both.🏌🏻‍♀️ Carlucci Land isn't your average mini-golf spot. This course has a unique ‘junkyard’ theme with art pieces made from recycled materials. You play around metal sculptures inspired by nature. wellingtonnz.com/visit/see-and-…