With a population of 381,900, Wellington is the largest city in Wellington, New Zealand by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wellington to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Chameleon - InterContinental Wellington (2 Grey Street) and The Lobby Lounge - InterContinental Wellington (2 Grey Street) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wellington in January, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 20 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Wellington, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.
When flying to Wellington, you’ll arrive at Wellington (WLG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wellington from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 30h 50m.
The train station in Wellington is called Wellington Central Station, and is located 0.6 miles from the city centre.
Another option to get to Wellington is to pick up a car hire from Christchurch, which is about 190 miles from Wellington. You’ll find branches of Snap Rentals and Budget, among others, in Christchurch.
Wellington’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city centre.
From 5-star hotels such as the Sofitel Wellington to great affordable options like the Haka House Wellington, Wellington offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €253 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Richmond Guest House and Bucket Tree Lodge. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Wellington, with prices from €19 to €1,180 per night. Te Aro is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Wellington are about 49% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Expect to pay €1.68 per litre in Wellington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.09 and €26.78. Compact (Nissan Leaf or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wellington, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.