Wellington Airport serves New Zealand's North Island, and provides prime access to the country's capital. Wellington is a city which has charmed tourists for years with its combination of big city insitutions, high culture and astounding natural scenery. Take a trip up Mount Victoria for the stunning views of the harbour, and notice the grandiose furniture of state such as Wellington's Parliament Buildings and the City Library. Old St Paul's Cathedral is also one of the city's most prized buildings.
Car hire from Wellington Airport allows you access to natural wonders like the Hutt Valley - for those that wish to explore further, visit a few of Wellington's beautiful beaches.
Delve into Wellington's vibrant culture in the Cuba Street District and explore the local heritage at the fantastic Museum of New Zealand, known as Te Papa Tongarewa. Get a feel for the city's geography by climbing Mount Victoria and notice Maitu/Some Island in the distance. If you're hiring a car from Wellington Airport, you may prefer to head north to Mount Kaukau for its similarly spectacular vantage points over the harbour. The Wellington Cable Car is another good way to get your bearings and a must in most tourist itineraries.
If you rent a car from Wellington Airport, a trip to Wellington Zoo comes highly recommended, or for something more tranquil head east to the aptly named Scorching Bay - other popular beaches include the highly desirable Oriental Bay.
