The Heart of Thorndon Quay: Four Traders Who Have Stood the Test of Time
Wonderland Chocolate
Evoking the spirit of a long-lost local amusement park, Wonderland Chocolate brings something truly magical to Wellington’s Lyall Bay and beyond: plant-based vegan...
Toi Store at Pātaka
Gallery and museum gift shops are sometimes seen as a nice-to-have, a neat place to peruse some trinkets on the way out.
Kai Tahi
Porirua is well-known as a proud harbour city, with its glistening waters an indelible part of its social and aesthetic identity.
Forage Merchants of Wellington
With a range that includes food and drink, health and beauty, art, music and so much more, Forage Merchants celebrates the very best of what the greater Wellington region has to offer.
Goldie
Nestled in the seaside village of Eastbourne and online, Goldie is a beautiful home and lifestyle corner store (and paradise) for design lovers.
Humble & Grand
A homewares store that exudes a certain charm, stocked with contemporary and classic goods from NZ and further afield.
Schrödinger's Books
The winner of NZ's Best Bookshop award in 2021, Schrödinger's Books will hold any bookworm captive with its well-curated selection housed in a beautifully restored space in Petone.
Take Me Back Traders
Take a trip down memory lane at this family-run vintage and retro store, with one-off treasures, unique collectables, furniture and homeware.
Wanda Harland Design Store
Balancing fun and frivolity with being kind to our planet, Wanda Harland is a store in Petone that sells a range of sustainable home goods designed to last the distance.
Hendrix Lifestyle Store
Located just minutes from the beach at Waikanae, Hendrix Home & Lifestyle Store is a one-stop shop for all your seaside living needs.
Penray Gardens
Penray Gardens is a pick-your-own paradise located in Ōtaki on the Kāpiti Coast.
Good as Gold
From the giant yellow smiley faces peering down at you to the curiously carpeted walls and display stands, Good as Gold in Wellington is a fashion store that likes to do...
Dinner and a Show: Where to Eat, Drink, and Be Entertained in Wellington’s Courtenay Precinct
Iris Store + Studio
Nestled in a creative corner of Wellington and surrounded by like-minded boutique neighbours, Iris Store + Studio is much more than a one-stop shop for all your beauty needs.
The Wilderness
Stunning seasonal blooms, dried floral installations, indoor plants, terrariums, candles, chocolate… it’s well worth popping in to admire all the lovely items in The Wilderness.
Milk + Ginger
A hub of quality, affordable fashion and lifestyle in the heart of Raumati Beach, Milk + Ginger is a store well worth visiting when in town.
One of a Kind Finds in Porirua
Abel Fabriek
Hidden away from street view on the main Aro Valley shopping strip, you’ll find Abel Fabriek, part perfumery, part elegant retail store.
Monkfish
A cosy refillery and off-licence that’s strictly about good vibes, Monkfish is your Vivian Street stop for your beer, wine, and spirits needs.
Vessel
Vessel specialises in artisan products, with an emphasis on locally made pottery. You could spend a day perusing the exquisite bowls, plates, and cups.
Bottega
Authentic Italian delicatessen Bottega is borne from a desire to bring a taste of home to the neighbourly suburb of Berhampore,
Zelati
From the texture to the rich, bright flavours, their range of sorbet and gelato offerings are impressive on the palate and pleasing to the eye.
Untouched World
If there’s one clothing store that really understands sustainability, it’s Untouched World. The first and only lifestyle fashion company in the world to be recognised by the United Nations for sustainability, Untouched World gets things right from the get-go.
Kowtow
Kowtow inspires shoppers to think a little more before handing over their credit card.
Union Tattoo
Covering a variety of tattoo styles, including fine line and delicate works, the team at Union Tattoo liaise closely with clients from paper to skin.
Sustainability Trust
An organisation with a big heart, working for a greener city and a fairer community.
Natty
Part studio, part shop, this sweet space in the middle of Beramphore has come a long way from its previous life as a butchery.
Dinner, Dessert & Dancing: An After-Dark Guide to Wellington’s Courtenay Precinct
Aro Video
Stocking an eclectic selection of quality films for hire, Aro Video offers just an inkling of hope that the Internet hasn’t killed the DVD, yet.
Yoyo
Yoyo celebrates the creative talent of New Zealand designers in furniture, homeware and lighting.
Wellington Apothecary
Find a complete range of botanical tonics, teas and skincare, all handmade in small batches at this local apothecary.
Bicycle Junction
Catching on to the retro cycles trend, the clever people behind Bicycle Junction's new neighbourhood bikery, describe themselves as “Urban Specialists.”
Eat, Play, Explore: A Family Weekend in Wellington’s Courtenay Precinct
Courtenay Precinct might be well-known as Wellington’s go-to for nightlife, but it’s also packed with plenty of family-friendly fun.
With its mix of food, entertainment, and outdoor activities, there’s no shortage of things to do. Here’s how to spend a fun-filled family weekend in and around Wellington’s bustling Courtenay Precinct.
Deadly Ponies
Deadly Ponies have delivered collection after collection of iconic leather goods, each with its own personality.
twenty-seven names
Unique to Wellington’s offering of New Zealand boutique designer fashion is twenty-seven names, with the first store of designers Rachel Easting and Anjali Stewart open on Ghuznee Street.
Slow Boat Records
If you prized hours of crate-digging or the thrill of a new favourite sound, make this your next port of call.
Iko Iko
The home of all things fun and fancy free, Iko Iko will treat you to something just a little different.
Dr Morse Tattoo Studio
Far from your regular tattoo studio, Dr Morse is well worth seeking out.
