flat ledges are on a slope ,park doesn't really flow and the ground pretty crap besides that the…read morebowl is very good

Well designed little park next to Chaffers dock. Planted with a rainbow of native grasses fit to…read morebrave the fickle wind. There's even a skate park and graffiti board for teens.

Be warned - Wellington Ocean Sports Centre is not, as we thought, with the RPNYC building, but a…read morefew buildings closer to the gym at the far end of the harbour? See? I not only write reviews, but give you directions too, so you don't get as lost as we do. WOSC offer sailings around Wellington Harbour, as well as various sailing courses for those nautically inclined. We wanted to have a sailing lesson of some sort, and so the SR found the Sunday evening sail, which is what we opted for. We ended up on a keel boat, with four other novices, and the instructor, who tried to ensure we all had something to do at all times of the sail. The sail itself is a couple of hours, with time inclusive to go through some basic instructions, safety advice and fitting of lifejackets and waterproofs. We sailed on quite a blusterly day with a westerly wind, which the instructor noted was rare for Wellington (nice, not that I get worried but DID THE INSTRUCTOR KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH THIS RARE WIND - of course he did, I'm just paranoid and out of my comfort zone on a boat) which helped prove how uncapsizeable these boats are, even in the hands of terrified novices. I even, by the end of the sail, had the courage to leave my corner of the boat and crawl out onto the bow to help dock the boat at the end of the day. I have nothing negative to say about our experience - it was great, our instructor great, and full of tips and guidance as we sailed around, and he didn't take us into a situation where control was lost - you could see he was changing his plans based on how us baby sailors were coping with the changeable circumstances on the water. If we had time, we would have gone back for more instruction if we could, but that will have to wait for the next time we are in New Zealand. Definitely worth a visit, and sailings take place all year around in most weather conditions.

This was my second favorite thing to do on my recent trip to Wellington!…read more Before this day I might have said dolphins are my favorite mammals, but now...now I take it back. My absolute favorite mammal is a red panda. My friend booked a "close encounter," with a red panda, and it was THE coolest thing ever. The entire experience was just reflective of the cool, laid back vibe of NZ itself. The setting was picturesque, everyone was kind, the animals were dope (and OUT!), and the gift shop was cute. Sure, the could have more red panda gear, but I get it. High demand. The only thing this place was missing was a bar. My Kiwi friend laughed at me when I suggested it:) There's a fantastic bus shelter just off the main entrance, and you should stop for a fun photo op if you've got time. I love the commitment to making it beautiful and relevant on the inside AND outside. Favorite new thing to see? KUNE KUNE!!!! Y'all. There are hairy pigs out there that aren't razorbacks, warthogs, or wildabeasts. Big, fat, hairy pigs that It's adorable. There is a Banana Bar (where you and your little monkeys can get some treats), but LOTS of people pack lunch/snacks, so you can too. There's even an extra seating shelter to the right of the Banana Bat at the if you're walking towards the bathroom. It's covered, shades, and connected to a zoo video on a loop. It's great, you can take a break and just chill. All in all, a truly fun thing to do in Wellington. 10/10...even without my G&T

What an amazing experience!…read more We booked the red panda experience, and on the day of, the weather was bad so they gave us the option to cancel, or to try any way. We tried anyway and we are so glad we did! We got to go into the red panda exhibit with a trainer. We not only got to feed, but also had the red pandas crawling all over us! We learned so much about them and got a ton of time with them in our laps! We also walked around the rest of the zoo. All of the animals were out where we could see them. All the enclosures looked clean and were good sizes. It seemed like a wonderful place and every staff member we came into contact with was so kind and helpful!

This is a superb golf course close to Wellington City that has magnificent greens, pristine…read morefairways, and an abundance of birds and flora amongst small lakes and the river along the boundary. The conditions here are great in summer with irrigation and in winter with the free draining qualities. A course that has tree lined fairways and natural water hazards is challenging but good for the low and high handicapper. It is a great Club to join, with not only the friendly membership and informative Pro Shop staff but also caters for the casual social golfer with realistic green fees. The membership also is very affordable with many options and an easy process to join. After having some social rounds I have now joined up and really enjoy the Tuesday and Thursday clubs and the Sunday afternoon play. This golf club will make you welcome and will do so with an amazing friendly attitude I can assure you that there is no need to worry about being in a four, the club will put you into one and you will be made so at ease what ever your stage of golf you are at. There is good practise facilities and a coach available at the club. Enjoy Shandon like I have. It is the home course of New Zealand professional Mark Brown.

Possibly the best diving shop in the world. Great people,…read moreregular dive club dives in the evening and at weekends and plenty of trips away. Amazing diving literally from their front door. Good stock including The Big Blue H (Halcyon) and plenty of spiero kit. And their right next to one of the best cafes in the Wellington region.

Excellent area around a pretty lagoon. Large and well maintained kids area that was full of little…read morepeople with happy faces. Swings, spinning, climbing, slides suitable for all ages. Nice easy walk around the lagoon with regular exercise points. Coin operated BBQ and even a water playground with shooting jets of water and a bucket fountain. Great place for the whole family, including the dog.

Great opportunity to get outdoors with your children or grandchildren. The Reserve has a great…read morelayout and the animals appear to be well cared for and maintained. I was surprised with how open the layout is and how the kids can interact with the animals. The Reserve is also very clean and the cafe is reasonable priced. Worth the entrance fee and your time.

Don't be put off by the bare bones studio, this is a fantastic workout that will challenge your…read moreentire body. I will say the studio itself was disappointing, especially that it's a new business, as it looks slapped together in a day (maybe it's not finished?) and as cheaply as possible in a smelly old building. So if you're looking for a posh and clean gym this isn't it. But if you can get past that, the teachers are great and enthusiastic, will help students personally to learn form and challenging in a fun way. Even after a few months workouts are still a challenge but you can see yourself really improving and getting stronger over time, it's very rewarding.