Art, Design & Inspiring Finds Within Wellington’s Te Ngākau Civic Precinct

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From art galleries to game shops and a clothing store with its own in-house barber, there’s plenty of arts, design and other inspiring finds to explore in Wellington's Te Ngākau Civic Precinct.

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It’s no secret Wellington is the creative capital of New Zealand.

Light House Cinema Cuba

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Light House Cuba creates the ultimate film going experience and all you need to do is sit back and relax.

Bats Theatre

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Needing no introduction, BATS Theatre is one of Wellington’s cultural institutions.

Empire Cinema & Eatery

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Empire is fitting for a cinema that pre-dated ‘talkies’ when it played its first reel in 1925, but as far as movie theatres go, this one is more for those who’d pick pinot over popcorn.