Wellington NZ Cruise Port (Aotea Quay)
Wellington Cruise Port
Guide to Cruise Ports and Terminals
Wellington NZ Cruise Port
Cruise ships arriving in Wellington New Zealand dock at the Overseas Passenger Terminal. It has three main piers:
- Aotea Quay (2.5 km from the city centre)
- Queen's Wharf (small ships only)
- Overseas Terminal
The main cruise port is located on Wellington Harbour near Westpac Stadium. Passengers are not permitted to walk through to the port.
Public Transportation
Port Shuttle
A free shuttle bus service, operated by the port authority, shuttles cruise passengers between the port and downtown Wellington. There are two drop-off, pick-up locations in town. One is located at the the i-Site Visitor Centre and the other is situated near Parliament.
Bus Service
Bus service is available from the Wellington Railway Station to various locations on the North Island.
Ferry Service
Ferry service operates between Wellington on the North Island and Picton NZ on the South Island. The crossing takes approximately 3.5 hours.
Wellington NZ Cruise Port (Aotea Quay)
Visitor Information
Wellington, New Zealand
Top attractions in Wellington include Government House, two cathedrals, the Town Hall and Botanic Garden.
Please access the Wellington City Guide for comprehensive information regarding city landmarks, tourist attractions, museums and public transportation.
Map of the Wellington Cruise Port
View map of the Wellington Cruise Port.
New Zealand Currency
The currency used in New Zealand is the New Zealand dollar.
Weather in Wellington
The weather in Wellington, New Zealand is as follows:
| Month | Maximum | Minimum | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20 | 13 | 78 |
| Feb | 20 | 13 | 78 |
| Mar | 19 | 12 | 85 |
| Apr | 16 | 11 | 100 |
| May | 14 | 9 | 121 |
| June | 12 | 7 | 132 |
| July | 11 | 6 | 136 |
| Aug | 12 | 6 | 126 |
| Sept | 13 | 8 | 100 |
| Oct | 15 | 9 | 110 |
| Nov | 17 | 10 | 90 |
| Dec | 19 | 12 | 91 |
Free Wifi Service
Free Wifi is available at the cruise port.
