Escape to Wellington - the Business and Cultural Capital

Amazing arts and culture experiences, fantastic food and wine and a compact downtown area –  Wellington is a great place to spend time on business. Immerse yourself in this incredible city, and all it has to offer.

One of Wellington’s best features is its walkability. Central Wellington is only 2 kilometres in diameter – you can walk from one side to the other in under 30 minutes! Hotels and meeting venues are just a short stroll from shops, cafés, bars, restaurants, art galleries and theatres.

Spend time discovering Wellington’s creative edge. The city bustles with museums, art galleries, theatre, dance, music and more. Wellington’s cutting-edge innovation also finds form in its approach to technology – it is New Zealand's most wired city, so doing business here is a breeze.

Wellington’s meeting venues cater to all occasions – from large seated conference venues through to boutique boardrooms. But many of Wellington’s business meetings take place in an altogether different venue – its cafés. Coffee is big business here, with many cafés roasting their own beans on site. Pop into one, and find out what all the fuss is about.

Got time between meetings? Hit the shops, Wellington is a shopper hopper’s paradise. Then after a spot of retail therapy, take time out and enjoy the scenery. Wellington’s crowning glory is its waterfront, which offers adventure activity, leisure experiences and awe-inspiring views.

Make time in your schedule to visit Te Papa Tongarewa, the country’s bold and innovative national museum. On a Wednesday night experience Taonga MataOra – an outstanding evening of contemporary Maori and Pacific cuisine and dynamic performances.

Fine cuisine is Wellington’s specialty, so you’re spoilt for choice. Check out The Ambeli, a relaxed yet contemporary restaurant providing a menu with all the colours and flavours from around the Mediterranean.

After a busy day in the capital, good accommodation is a must. Try out the Museum Hotel. Located opposite Te Papa and the waterfront, this luxurious boutique hotel is just a short stroll to the city’s famous shopping, cafés, restaurants and nightlife.

Great shopping, fine cuisine, dynamic arts and culture – doing business in Wellington is an easy job! More information can be found on WellingtonNZ.com, or call 0800 WEEKEND (0800 933 5363) within New Zealand, or +64 4 802 4860 outside New Zealand.

Thanks to Positively Wellington Tourism for this feature story and use of images.