The film industry is alive and well in New Zealand. One of the best spots to take in a movie is…read moreWellington's Embassy Theater. The classic theater, built in the 1920's, has been fully updated with comfy seats. You can also order food and drinks to take inside. No need to rush inside the theater because you can reserve seats in advance. The theater was thrust into the spotlight when it hosted the world premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. And hey, if it's good enough for director Peter Jackson, it's certainly good enough for us.

A great place to see a film in an adult environment. I found I liked the atmosphere which is classy…read moreand not full of noisy children

Dinner at the Roxy theatre restaurant was a lot of fun. Our team arrived after a group special…read moreeffects make up class (horror) and the Roxy was the perfect venue for a cinema themed dinner to follow. The food was ample and lots of variety. Chicken, fish, noodle dishes. All fresh and delicious. A fun evening in Wellington.

What a great place. We had a pre-movie drink in their lovely cafe / bar area. Lovely surrounds and…read morefriendly people. Entry into the cinema was properly managed, seating spaced and in the theatre itself, seating was well spaced.

Very busy after work on a weekday but this place is great to explore some local brews from…read moredifferent breweries. Friends brought us here and recommended some drinks to us. This is the place where I found my favorite ginger beer - Hawkes Bay Ginger Fusion. Highly recommend if you enjoy a good spicy ginger beer. Didn't have any food because all the tables were taken and decided to go elsewhere but they have standard bar food like burgers, etc. They also had a huge collection of hot sauces that I wish I got to try. You just order at the bar which was quick and easy.

Amazing place! Large outdoor grassy area with huge bean bags to lounge and hang out. As you walk…read morein it's dimly lit with strings of lights giving it that speakeasy feel. Extensive menu of drinks from beer, wine, and spirits. The service was super friendly and quick! They have live music and comfy seating in the back. Love this gem in the heart of Wellington.

I read really good reviews on the museum but me and my husband aren't really museum people, however…read morewhen it started raining in Wellington we knew we needed to try something indoors! The museum is very neat and large- has multiple floors. They have many interesting exhibits that can entertain all ages! Also recommend going to their top floor and the view outdoors is beautiful! They do allow the ticket to be valid for 48 hours so we were able to go back the next day when it was raining again and finish the museum! I would recommend if you need an indoor activity- the whole area is nice, the walking area is pretty and walkable to the downtown food scene as well.

New Zealand's national museum is "Te Papa" which is Māori for 'the treasure box' and it does look a…read morelot like a jewelry box. I did want to see the Gallipoli exhibit but it was slammed all three times I walked past. Instead, lots of art and history. There's a space on the roof with a patio and a fabulous view. I spent over two hours. It was a great time. Oh, and it's free. [Review 479 of 2024 - 129 in New Zealand - 21511 overall]

Best venue in town. Nice high stage means you can see performances from anywhere in the bar, sound…read moresystem is great Great variety of music, where you'll here some of the best musicians in the country. Weekday gigs on Tue, Wed, Thur are usually quiet but free.

Funky interior, dark booths, long bar, good service and fabulous live music. Hosts every genre and…read moresub genre yo can think of and attracts a wide range of customers! Constant attractions like comedy nights, up and coming kiwi musicians as well as international acts. Always a good night to be had here

There is so much to see and explore at the Botanical Gardens, making it one of my favourite (and…read morefree!) attractions in Wellington. Whether you want to walk the garden trails, have a family picnic or simply look at the vast range of flowers and trees, there really is something for everyone! On my most recent visit to the gardens, I particularly enjoyed walking the trails, looking at different sculptures and taking pictures of the flowers, which were all very pretty. The cactus garden was also a highlight, as it was unusual to see so many cactuses right in the heart of the city! There is also an amazing rose garden, a tropical plant house to explore, cafes, a gift shop and the coolest playground ever (flying fox a big bonus) - it was packed with kids when we went and I can definitely see why! And to top it all off, just a short walk to the top of the Botanical Gardens (which is also the other entrance to take a ride on the Cable Car) provides the most stunning view of Wellington CBD and the harbour - it is truly a beautiful sight!

I love walking through gardens, and this one did not disappoint. We did not have a lot of time,…read moreso we strolled the Lady Norwood Rose Garden and Begonia House. It was a perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon and enjoy the variety of roses and begonias. I promise you won't be disappointed! There is a cafe, so grab a cup of coffee and pastry while your there!

Not my favourite cinema in Wellington but it gets all of the big films and with all the eateries in…read morethe food court downstairs you can easily grab something before/after your film.

If you're riding the Wellington Cable Car, they have a museum at the top with free entry to learn…read moreabout its history. It's a nice small museum that doesn't take much time. Inside is an old cable car you take pictures in, exhibits about the old iterations and information about why it was installed. There's also models. They have a gift shop as well, with all things Wellington including post cards and other souvenirs. The staff was friendly and helpful. There's a lookout, cafe, Botanical Gardens nearby too.

Cute museum at the top of the cable car route…read more Spend a few minutes learning about the history of the cable cars. Cute old red cable car. Perfect to snap a selfie. The Cable Car Museum is free, like most museums in Wellington. Nice for a quick stop while exploring the peak.

After walking the Red Rocks trail, we were ready for some eats. We decided to stop in Newtown and…read morewalked along the main street looking for a spot. Bebemos, a Latin inspired restaurant, looked good so we went in. We arrived for a late lunch/early dinner (around 5:15pm) and the place was busy. Must be because of happy hour (3:00pm to 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday). Beers are $7.00/pint and sangria is $15.00/jug! The inside is super cool with flamingo and pineapple decor to lemur inspired wallpaper. Serious tropical/hipster vibes. The outside beer garden is huge and has a favela bar. There's 10 beers/ciders on tap. No flights but they do let you sample before committing to buy one. We tried the boysenberry sour and elderflower cider. Sadly, we didn't like either. There's a brunch and dinner menu. Dinner menu is broken into small plates, large plates, burgers and dessert. Service was friendly and food came out pretty quickly. - Beer-battered fries ($8.50 NZD) - rosemary and garlic fries with chili mayo. These were top notch. Perfectly battered and great crunchy texture. Chili mayo paired magically. - Pan-fried greens ($9.00 NZD) - green beans, broccolini and zucchini with crispy chickpeas and lemon. Good variety of veggies. Oddly, they kept all the vegetables long (like the broccolini). Pretty simple but nice if you want to eat healthy. - Moqueca de peixe ($38.00 NZD pot for two) - Bahian seafood stew of prawns, fish, mussels, red peppers, tomato, coriander, coconut milk and rice. You get 7 mussels and a couple prawns and fish. Not a whole lot of seafood for the price. The sauce needed a heavier hand with the seasoning. We weren't too impressed. The rice on its own was bland too. Seems to be a popular spot for after work drinks. I'd stick with the drinks and the small plates to share. 3.5 stars.

Cool atmosphere at night and chilled during the day for lunch. A tasty menu with a South American…read moretwist! A decent selection of beers and an outdoor area make Bebemos a potentially good place to start a night out or stay and enjoy the live music. I can recommend the fejoada (pork n beans) if you are hungry and want something hearty!

A small museum worth taking a look. We decided to come here and take a look around. Just like te…read morepapa, this museum was also free admission. We quickly looked around and went through all the floors. This museum had a good mix of interactive exhibits, videos, and information. Overall, not a bad museum, but I would rather go to te papa if I was short on time.

An amazing experience albeit being smaller than The Papa. It has plenty to offer especially for a…read moreyounger audience. My favourite levels were those that allowed for one to vote for an alternate story or name to some things and had a short hologram describing a certain legend involving Maui, and my second most favourite level was the level describing the origins of Wellington.