Wellington sits at the bottom of the North Island on the edge of an expansive harbor. A busy city Centre but with a village feel. An easy city to move around in by foot making it easy to explore the museums, waterfront, art galleries and shops. Wellington was first settled in 1840 by the New Zealand Company.

Lambton Quay is the main street of Wellington. The waterfront encompasses Jervois Quay, Cable Street and Oriental Parade and if full of restaurants, cafes and lovely picturesque walking paths. Queens Wharf is harbour side and also has restaurants and nice views. Mount Victoria is located at the eastern end of Wellington. Civic Square is in the CBD and is an open space that often has entertainment and outdoor activities.

Hutt Valley encompasses the Wellington suburbs of Lower and Upper Hutt. The Hutt river flow through here on the western side of the city.

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