Wellington 

Compact, connected and creative, New Zealand’s capital is located at the water’s edge and surrounded by nature, with accommodation, hospitality and nature just a walk away.

It’s easy to discover why Wellington is known as New Zealand’s cultural, creative and culinary capital. From behind-the-scenes arts and movie tours, to culinary, beer and wine experiences and adventures in the great outdoors, Wellington is jam-packed full of activities and attractions that will dazzle and delight groups of all demographics.

We are pleased to be hosting our event in the vibrant capital and will ensure a memorable experience for you all in 2024.

Looking for some ideas on how to spend your time in the capital, pre and post conference – look no further than these excellent suggestions, to suit all budgets, ages and weather.

For full details and comprehensive and up to date links and information on the latest happenings in Wellington, visit www.wellingtonnz.com. 

Getting to Wellington 

Positioned in the lower North Island, but the centre of New Zealand, Wellington is highly accessible from both national and international destinations.

By road

Approximate Drive Times to Wellington from:

  • Auckland 7 hours
  • Hamilton 5 hours
  • Taupo 4 hours
  • Napier 2.5 hours

By air

Air New Zealand and Jetstar service domestic flights to a wide range of destinations around New Zealand and together with Qantas provide a number of international direct flights from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, Fiji and the Gold Coast. For flight information visit www.wellingtonairport.co.nz.

Qantas flight discount offer

Business Events Wellington has partnered with Qantas, and obtained a delegate discount code for flights to conferences in Wellington. The promo code is: TAKINA and can only be used for bookings made via www.qantas.com. The terms and conditions are as follows:

  • Promo code: TAKINA
  • AUD$100 per passenger off any return Adult airfare
  • Valid for all Qantas Australian ports to Wellington
  • Only valid for Qantas operated services (not valid for Jetstar or other partner airlines)
  • 100% Jetstar itinerary will not be discounted
  • Purchasing dates: 1st March – 31st July 2024
  • Flight dates for Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists: 30th August – 23rd September 2024
  • Excluded forms of payment: Flight credit, points, in-conjunction with secondary promo code
  • Applicable for new online bookings only made via qantas.com
  • The code will be live from the 1st of March.
  • Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First fares (excluding Classic Rewards)

By bus

For inter-city bus timetables visit: InterCity

Getting around Wellington

With a compact city centre and accessible transport options, navigating the capital is no problem. You can easily bike, walk, catch a bus, shuttle or ring a taxi.

Public transport

Wellington has an extensive public transport system that is well-used by locals. Buses and trains can get you around the city, suburbs, and wider region.

There is also the East by West Ferry that takes you across Wellington Harbour, from Queen’s Wharf in the city across to Eastbourne in Lower Hutt.

Metlink has an easy-to-use journey planner, getting you from A to B using all of the city’s transport options. Pay for your journey with a Snapper card. They can be purchased from the Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre or various convenience stores. Top up and tap your card on and off each mode of transport.

Travelling by bike

Wellington has an abundance of cycle lanes, so pedalling around the city is another great transport option. There are many bike hire businesses. Switched On Bikes operates from Queens Wharf and has both regular and e-bikes for hire. Fergs Kayaks also offers bikes on the waterfront. For an on-the-go option, Beam and Flamingo have electric bike and scooter share services. These are easily hired via mobile apps.

Travelling on foot

One of the best ways to explore Wellington is by foot. The central city is only two kilometres across, meaning you can walk from one side to the other in around 30 minutes (not accounting for any coffee stops along the way). Grab a downtown map from the Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre, and get to know the capital on your own two feet.

Taxis

Taxis are plentiful in the city, with multiple companies operating. They can be booked in advance or found in taxi ranks. Ride-share services like Uber also operate around Wellington and have a designated area at the airport.