InterContinental Wellington

Wake up to a complimentary coffee and then head to the ground floor Two Greay for a full breakfast. Take a short walk through the heart of the city to Wellington's iconic Cable Car; at the top is the expansive Botanical Gardens, the Carter Observatory and a fantastic view across Wellington just next to the Cable Car museum. After enjoying a stroll around the gardens travel back down with the Cable Car and head through the shopping precinct towards Cuba Mall to enjoy morning tea in one of Wellingtons 'coffee culture' cafes.

Visit New Zealand's national museum Te Papa Tongarewa and explore a splendid display of New Zealand's history. Take your time to discover this country's secrets and then enjoy lunch at the museum's cafe. Wellington is small enough for you to explore in detail - stroll along Cuba Street Mall, Willis St and Lambton Quay to take in the town's shopping districts. Wellington's residents are friendly and laid back, so feel free to ask people if you get lost or just have a question. Late in the afternoon, take a long walk or catch the bus to ZEALANDIA Wildlife Sanctuary, just 40 minutes from the hotel. The scenery is beautiful; like being in a secluded forest... and if you take the dusk tour, you might even see the nocturnal kiwi in native habitat.

As Wellington is surrounded by hills, there are many wonderful vantage points from which to view the city. At night, when dining at restaurants located on the Clyde Quay Wharf, ' you can watch the sun set over the hills while admiring the yachts berthed at Chaffers Marina. With the delicate lighting of our beautiful harbour town before your eyes. . After dinner, head to Courtney Place, which is alive with hip bars.. Even in the midst of drinking, New Zealanders remain the most affable people who are easy to befriend, so don't count on your evening ending too early.