Best Summer Day Trips from Wellington

A view of a white light house at dusk at Castlepoint in New Zealand.
Got nothing planned for the weekend? There are plenty of options for an impromptu day trip from Wellington - here are some of the best.

Willis Lane

Three delicious looking hot dogs on a table.
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Wellington’s city streets are constantly humming with life and energy, but for a playful excursion that breaks the norm, you’ll want to head underground.

Niche Textile Studio

Chair next to a loom.
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Niche Textile Studio was set up by Christine Brimer to help share her passion with Wellingtonians - creating beautiful woven homeware with a focus on sustainability.

Hoi Studio

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

Shoe School

Students busy around the shared table at Shoe School, Wellington.
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A school teaching you to make your own shoes from scratch.