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What to do when it rains in Wellington


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Hold onto your hats in 'Windy Wellington', as some like to call it.

This compact city is full to the brim. Colourful houses perched on the surrounding hills look down on a working harbour, sandy beaches, and vibrant hospitality scene with a serious appreciation for craft beer. But, if you find yourself exploring this magical town when the rain hits, you do have options. In fact, most of Wellington’s funnest main attractions just happen to also keep you out of the rain. Here are our picks…

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The Green Room
With elegant interiors, a cosy fire and expansive views, The Green Room at the luxury Sofitel Wellington is the perfect place to settle in

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The Fringe Bar
Wellington is famous for a bustling comedy scene, with plenty of venues to choose from, including the Fringe Bar.

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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Māori for ‘container of treasures’, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is a sprawling collection of galleries and permanent and

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Wellington Underground Markets
Taking place every Saturday (10am to 4pm) on the city’s waterfront, the Wellington Underground Markets offer up an array of food, coffee and

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Embassy Theatre
The stunning Embassy Theatre, originally built in the 1920s and still retaining many of its heritage architectural features, has played host

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Weta Workshop
Some of New Zealand’s most famous exports of the 21st century are the films of director Peter Jackson, namely his award-winning Lord of the

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Cavern Club
Wellington is famous for a bustling comedy scene, with plenty of venues to choose from, including the Cavern Club.

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The Boiler Room
Wellington is famous for a bustling comedy scene, with plenty of venues to choose from, including the Boiler Room.
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