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New Zealand flag Wellington, New Zealand

New Zealand's capital, offering a blend of history, culture, and modern attractions.

👥 5,324,700 population 💰 $ NZD 🗣️ English 🕐 UTC-11:00 📍 View on Google Maps 🗺️ OpenStreetMap

📖 About Wellington

Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand.

It is located at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Remutaka Range.

Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. Wellington features a temperate maritime climate, and is the world's windiest city by average wind speed.

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Trip Settings

Standard Budget 7 days 2 travelers

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Total Budget

$5,320

$380 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers

💰
$2,898

Accommodation

$207 per night

$1,162

Food & Dining

$83 per day

$490

Local Transport

$35 per day

$770

Entertainment

Budget Tips for Wellington

  • Campervans offer combined transport and accommodation savings
  • Working holiday visas help offset costs for longer stays
  • Cook your own meals - eating out is expensive
  • Book popular attractions well in advance

Current Weather in Wellington

☁️

16.2°C

61.2°F

Cloudy

💨 20.7 km/h

💧 91%

Thu

19.7°

13.6°

Fri

20.5°

14.1°

Sat

20°

14.2°

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New Zealand Facts

🏛️ Capital

Wellington

🌍 Continent

Oceania

📐 Area

268,838 km²

📞 Phone Code

+64

💰 Currency

New Zealand dollar

$ (NZD)

🗺️ Region

Australia and New Zealand

🗣️ Languages Spoken:

English Māori New Zealand Sign Language

🕐 Time Zones (5):

UTC-11:00 UTC-10:00 UTC+12:00 UTC+12:45 UTC+13:00

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📍 Wellington, New Zealand

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

3 sites in New Zealand

Tongariro National Park

Tongariro National Park

MixedSince 1990

In 1993 Tongariro became the first property to be inscribed on the World Heritage List under the revised criteria describing cultural landscapes. The ...

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Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand

Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand

NaturalSince 1990

The landscape in this park, situated in south-west New Zealand, has been shaped by successive glaciations into fjords, rocky coasts, towering cliffs, ...

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New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands

New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands

NaturalSince 1998

The New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands consist of five island groups (the Snares, Bounty Islands, Antipodes Islands, Auckland Islands and Campbell Isla...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to visit Wellington?
The average daily budget for Wellington, New Zealand ranges from $135 for budget travelers to $1104 for luxury travelers. A standard comfortable trip typically costs around $380 per day including accommodation, food, transport, and entertainment.
Is Wellington expensive for tourists?
Wellington is considered an expensive destination. However, budget travelers can still visit by staying in hostels, cooking their own meals, and using public transportation.
What is the best budget for Wellington?
We recommend budgeting around $380 per day for a comfortable trip to Wellington. This includes mid-range accommodation, dining at local restaurants, public transportation, and entrance fees to attractions. Add 10-20% as a buffer for unexpected expenses.