Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, has so much to offer. Set on the edge of a stunning harbour and surrounded by rolling hills, it's a city waiting to be explored.

Wellington, is an experience that will reveal the creative, political and cultural nature of New Zealand, but still provide blockbuster scenery.

Wellington is also a cultural centre—home to Te Papa, the ground-breaking interactive Museum of New Zealand, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and national treasures such as the original Treaty of Waitangi and Katherine Mansfield's Birthplace.

Downtown Wellington is ideally explored on foot. Made up of four quarters each with their own distinct mix of shopping, cafes, transport, accommodation, Wellington's intense urban experience is unrivalled in the country.

Wellington main centres include Wellington city, Hutt Valley, Upper Hutt and Kapiti Coast.

From Wellington you can explore the central North Island easily. Ski fields are 3 hours away.

There are lots of language schools, mostly in the downtown area.

Transport is good and most homestays are close to town.