Hutt Valley
Approximately 130.000 people reside in this area. It can be considered as a suburban area which has good links with the city center of Wellington; it is a perfect base to explore Wellington. Hutt Valley contains some nice forests parks and museums.
Outdoor
Bird watching
In Stagland Wildlife Reserve you will be able to watch quite a few birds. Furthermore the nature is beautiful.
Mountainbiking and cycling
There is a nice mountainbike trail which goes from Eastborne to Pencarrow Ligthhouse. Of course more options to bike are available. If more information is wished, please visit a tourist information center.
Tramping
In Rimutaka Forest Park you will be able to make some nice walks. Also at Days Bay and Eastborne some nice walks can be made.
Culture and Entertainment
Cultural Activity
Maori Treasures
In this place Maori artists are working together with other Maori making some nice Maori handicrafts.
Cultural buildings and places of interest
Mencarrow Lighthouse
This is New Zealand’s first lighthouse (for permanent usage).
Museums
Dowse Art Museum
Here you will find some nice New Zealand art.
Petone Settlers Museum
This museum tells some stories about the (early) settlers in this area.