WELLINGTON , NZ :
BEST PLACE IN THE WORLD TO LIVE
Locals already know Wellington is the best place in the world to live , and now everyone else knows too . Wellington has topped the Deutsche Bank ’ s study of 47 cities globally ranking Wellington the best place to live in world . Rankings in a new report on where you can find the best quality of life — worldwide . Wellington might not have the sweltering hot summers , luxury fashion shopping meccas , or centuries-old architecture of some of the other world ’ s best cities . Yet its low crime rate and pollution , cost of living , house prices , and climate puts it ahead of the rest . But what else makes the city so great ?
Café & food culture
Wellington has a fabulous café culture combined with a growing foodie scene . There is a wide variety of café ’ s and eateries to choose from , so you won ’ t be disappointed by the choice . Interestingly , there are more bars , cafes , and restaurants per capita than New York City .
Hip bar scene
Wellington has a young and fun population . Which means it also has a great bar and going out scene . There are plenty of university party bars and average pubs . But there are also tons of classy and thematic bars too .
Wellington cable car
The ideal starting point for any trip to Wellington is its iconic cable car system . The cable car is a long-standing symbol of the city . However , it ’ s also a great way to see Wellington ’ s key attractions , while taking in great views along the way .
Bays and beaches
Wellington sprawls out over several bays and beaches , curving around the coast . Therefore , no matter where you are , you ’ re never too far from the sea . Many of the bays and beaches are part of their own charismatic neighborhoods , adding charm to your visit .
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Mt . Victoria
Most people visiting a city want to go straight to the best available lookout . Mount Victoria is Wellington ’ s answer to this . The viewpoint looks out over the waters of the Cook Strait and many landmarks . While at the same time , providing a panorama of the whole city .
Explore Carter Observatory / Space Place
For those looking for a dose of telescopic stargazing , Wellington has you covered . The Carter Observatory offers state-of-the-art facilities to look deeper into the skies . An experience that has been enthralling residents and visitors to the city alike , for over 70 years .
Weta Studios Tour
Go on a journey to Middle-earth and get up close to incredible miniatures , props , weapons , creatures , vehicles , and models . Learn the secrets behind filmmaking , and New Zealand ’ s biggest film exports , The Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies .
Visit the Museum of New Zealand , Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington ’ s premier attraction also doubles as the country ’ s best historical and cultural man-made facility . It is one of the best overall museums in the Oceania region , with 6 floors worth of incredible displays and interactive exhibitions blending European and Maori exhibits .