Name: TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Price range: $56

A visit to an island — no matter how big or small — should feature on any good travel itinerary. Make your vacation complete by heading to Matiu - Somes Island and spending some time by the water.

Lots of visitors to Greater Wellington often have this water-surrounded land mass on their schedule. But Matiu - Somes Island is just one of many places worth checking out around these parts. If you've got time on your side, Te Papa will keep you occupied.

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Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

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Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour

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Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

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