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Adrenalin Forest Wellington

Okowai Road, Aotea, Porirua

If you’re a seeker of thrills, you’ll likely have a lot of fun at aptly named Adrenalin Forest in Porirua.

Red sheds and rolling hills.

Battle Hill Farm Forest Park

3776105, Pāuatahanui

About 500 hectares make up the rolling hills of the Forest Park and a range of walking tracks take you through fields and along stream beds.

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Commonsense Kilbirnie

37 Rongotai Road, Kilbirnie

A boutique and thoughtful shopping experience.

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Commonsense Wellington City

147 Tory Street, Te Aro

For all things organic, Commonsense Organics is the place to visit – and luckily for Wellingtonians there are four stores to choose from.

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Escarpment Track

State Highway 1, Paekākāriki

Escarpment Walk is a beautiful coastal trail that boasts stunning views of the Kapiti Coast nearly all the way through.

Reformer pilates studio in Miramar.

Hoi Studio

73 Miramar Avenue, Miramar, Central

Hoi is a Pilates studio in Miramar with a wholesome philosophy of laughter and light-heartedness in movement.

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Light House Cinema Pauatahanui

3 Paekakariki Hill Road, Pāuatahanui

Light House Pauatahanui is the only independent movie spot for some miles around.

Old St Paul's

34 Mulgrave Street, Pipitea

While Old St Paul’s is no longer affiliated with the Anglican Church (or any church for that matter) it still makes a beautiful spot to come and reflect no matter if you’re atheist, agnostic or still deciding.

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Pātaka Art + Museum

17 Parumoana Street, Porirua

Pātaka Art + Museum is a true gem in the crown that is the valuable resource of Porirua art and history.

The view from the top.

Rangituhi Colonial Knob

Porirua

If you’re feeling like working up a sweat, and gyms have never been your thing, then set your sights on a big old stroll up Rangituhi.

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Space Place

40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn

‘Come in and see the universe’ is all the encouragement you should need to make your way through the cool, dark maze into the exhibition area at Space Place, where...

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Te Rauparaha Arena

17 Parumoana Street, Porirua

Te Rauparaha Arena is the space to come when you feel like moving your body.

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The Weta Cave and Workshop

1 Weka Street, Miramar

Your gateway to immersive film making experiences.

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The White Room Gallery

147 The Parade, Island Bay

This one-stop shop is the perfect destination for those looking for a gift or wanting to treat themselves to something nice.

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Urban Yoga

160 Willis Street, Te Aro

Elevated above the hustle and bustle of Willis Street, you'll find an inner city sanctuary.

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Wellington Apothecary

110 a Cuba Street

Find a complete range of botanical tonics, teas and skincare, all handmade in small batches at this local apothecary.

Grassland and hills overlooking the sea.

Whitireia Park

Whitireia Road, Tītahi Bay, Porirua

Take a breather from the city and recenter yourself in a picturesque spot that has million dollar views every way you look.

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