Surrounded by a pest proof fence, this is a great place to get into the bush and escape the noise of the city while trying to spot lots of native birds. Even with noisy kids, you should spot something! Walks of lots of different lengths are possible with various stopping points/distractions…
This is the biggest island you can see in Wellington Harbour. It was used as a quarantine for those with infectious diseases and later as a quarantine for animals (right up until 1995). The island allows you to do some lovely walks as well as visit the old quarantine buildings…
If it’s not raining, the waterfront is a popular place to walk, scoot or cycle along for the whole family. If you don’t have wheels, you can rent a ‘Crocodile Bike’ for a surprisingly fun family activity. While kids can be strapped in and take turns ringing the bell, they’ll need…
An American styled diner serving American and Tex Mex breakfasts all day (there’s also a lunch menu that kicks in at 11am but it’s the breakfasts that this place is famous for). The kids’ menu is usually a hit with options like pancakes and waffles served with syrup and cream…
This is not specifically child friendly but what kid doesn’t like fish and chips and what adult doesn’t enjoy GOOD fish and chips? That’s why The Chippery (2 branches at either end of the CBD) makes it onto this website! It’s not the cheapest fish and chips around but it…
This summer pool has been around in its central Wellington location since the 1920s and it’s great on those rare super hot days when you can’t be bothered with sand in everything or just want a quick dip at the end of the day. The good thing about this pool is that…
This is a chain restaurant with a branch in Wellington, Christchurch Hamilton and 4 branches in Auckland. The branches in Wellington, Hamilton and Britomart have all been recommended and they offer the same menu and set up and were equally good. The other branches should be too but if you’ve been to…
Kids love this funicular railway which travels between the main shopping street, Lambton Quay, up through the Botanic Garden to Kelburn and back again (if you want). The red carriages are an iconic Wellington sight. The two 100m tunnels now have changing light displays from 9am to make this attraction more…
Formerly known as The Museum of City and Sea, this place had the first of several revamps in 2015 and now boasts a whole extra floor (called The Attic), continuing the story of the evolution of Wellington. Exhibits include a 3D map of Wellington and a ‘time machine’ showing the history of…
Set in the Rose Garden, which is one part of the Botanic Garden, this cafe has been serving up breakfast and lunch in beautiful surroundings for years! This is a great place for families to eat, whether it be for a snack or full meal. They are very child friendly,…
