What to do and see in Wellington, North Island: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

September 18, 2021 Terina Blouin

Wellington boasts a compact downtown area that’s easy to explore on foot and a wealth of architectural styles, from 19th-century wooden cottages to Art Deco masterpieces. Discover the city’s Maori roots at the Museum of Wellington City & Sea and the Museum of New Zealand. Sip coffee and people-watch in lively Courtney Place, or survey the city from scenic Mount Victoria. When the sun goes down on Windy Wellington, take a nocturnal tour of Karori Wildlife Sanctuary to meet some colorful inhabitants.
Restaurants in Wellington

1. Tarot Zamm - Tarot Reader

157 Lambton Quay Zammtopia Level 16 NTT Tower, Wellington 6011 New Zealand +64 4-889 0018 [email protected] http://www.tarotreader.co.nz/
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Tarot Zamm - Tarot Reader

Experience a "mystical" adventure when you visit Middle Earth - Wellington. Get an appreciation of the influencing energies with a Tarot reading - starting with an open reading, then have your burning questions answered! Discover your past lives and soul's purpose through a past life reading. Find out about your soul mate or twin flame. Get insight and seek guidance about anything that is important to you. A Tarot reading can help uncover a better understanding of yourself and your many possibilities! By APPOINTMENT ONLY. Kindly book at least a day in advance. You can check my daily updated schedule and availability on my website. Buy hard-to-find Tarot decks, books and gift vouchers on your visit. Attend and learn from my Intuition, Tarot and Dreams classes and workshops to help you thrive in - both your personal and work - life. I'm available to speak about these topics - and for Group Tarot readings - at corporate and group events. I look forward to seeing you soon!

Reviewed By loganswind

Visited Zamm again since I feel my energies are so dispersed lately and can't quite find my center. I was pleasantly surprised at how in depth and how enlightening she is. Zamm took the time to carefully explain every facet and minute detail of my reading. I thought maybe 15 mins was all-turned out to be an hour's worth of genuine sincerity and empathy, and a lot of enlightenment and encouragement. she definitely helped lift a huge load of my shoulders and helped me find my center and refocus. Thank you Zamm for treating me like an old friend!

2. The Children's Bookshop

Kilbirnie Shopping Centre Shop 26 Kilbirnie Plaza, Wellington 6022 New Zealand +64 4-387 3905 http://www.childrensbookshop.co.nz
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The Children's Bookshop

3. Fragrifert Parfumeur, the Victorian Perfumery

1 Upland Road Kelburn, Wellington 6012 New Zealand +64 27 607 1852 [email protected] http://www.fragrifert.co.nz
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Fragrifert Parfumeur, the Victorian Perfumery

Fragrifert Parfumeur, The Victorian Perfumery, is a mini-museum and perfume emporium all in one. All perfumes are made by me, Francesco van Eerd, and are created using time honoured techniques and with a high percentage of natural materials. Just as they would have been made one hundred years ago. Where nature allows, I even distill my own materials. I welcome you to visit for yourself the fragrant excitement that is Fragrifert Parfumeur, at the Top of the Cable Car!

Reviewed By Kiwifromkiev - Auckland, New Zealand

We’ve found this place whilst visiting a coffee shop at the top of the cable car. We walked in and were totally fascinated by the smell and the sight. Beautiful period setting, very attentive host who is happy to share his passion for perfumes with visitors, and new and exciting smells. Yes, we’ve bought perfumes to remember this place by and I would recommend anybody to go and see and smell for yourself! You will not be disappointed!

4. The Vault Design Store

2 Plimmers Steps, Wellington 6011 New Zealand +64 4-471 1404 [email protected] http://www.thevaultnz.com
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The Vault Design Store

The Vault design store was founded by current owners Sarah and Philip Solaris with the vision of showcasing the best of New Zealand creativity alongside quirky international design products. We specialise in unique gifts, kiwiana, beautiful home wares and contemporary jewellery. Fair trade and sustainable products and packaging are very high on our agenda. Since 1991 we have witnessed and been a part of a phenomenal growth in the quantity and quality of what New Zealand designers and craftspeople are producing. 71% of our goods are MADE IN NEW ZEALAND. A further 4% are designed in New Zealand. We "buy local" and help to keep our creative community in work. If you are looking for quirky gifts, unique objects for home or office, funky watches clocks and pens, and unique jewellery then visit us on line or in store at Ponsonby (Auckland), Takapuna (Auckland) or Wellington CBD.

Boatshed 1, Wellington 6011 New Zealand +64 274 989 892 [email protected] https://maori-arts-gallery.myshopify.com/
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Maori Arts Gallery

Reviewed By lagoongirl18 - Wellington, New Zealand

This is the BEST place in town to come and get your taonga or your real NZ souvenirs with the BEST price. Lovely staff - that are knowledgeable and friendly and go out of their way to help you find that perfect piece for any occasion, or just for yourself. Located on the water front, grab a coffee and take your time browsing in this lovely little shop - you won't find a better deal anywhere else in town. I get all my gifts there - for birthdays, farewells at work, Christmas and whenever I am travelling overseas to take to family and friends. I myself, have several pairs of paua earrings and greenstone pendants. I love this place!

6. Bohemein Fresh Chocolates

32 Waitoa Road Hataitai, Wellington 6021 New Zealand +64 4-386 2974 [email protected] http://www.bohemein.co.nz
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Bohemein Fresh Chocolates

Bohemein Fresh Chocolates combine high-quality European chocolate craftsmanship, decadent Belgian chocolate, and fresh New Zealand ingredients to create mouth-watering treats. Traditional and not so traditional chocolates, real hot chocolates, and great takeaway coffee, all free from artificial flavours, colours and preservatives.

Reviewed By lisawlg - Wellington, New Zealand

The best chocolates in Welly! The salted caramels are amazing. There are so many amazing flavours to choose from. Great marshmallow too. They also do a pretty good coffee. They also have a store in Featherston Street in the CBD.

147 The Parade Island Bay, Wellington 6023 New Zealand +64 4-383 6958 [email protected] http://www.whiteroomgallery.co.nz
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The White Room Gallery

8. Whirlwind Design Store

9A Park Road Miramar, Wellington 6022 New Zealand +64 21 150 4935 [email protected] http://whirlwinddesigns.com/
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Whirlwind Design Store

9. Mandatory Menswear

21 Ghuznee Street, Wellington 6011 New Zealand +64 4-384 6107 [email protected] http://www.mandatory.co.nz/
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Mandatory Menswear

A rare gem - just for men: Tee shirts to custom fit suits, tailored wear to fashion pieces. Only in Wellington, Mandatory is a very popular local designer menswear store that makes clothes a block away and ships worldwide. New Zealand made to provide top quality and efficient fashion outcomes. A local favourite for 20 years, this is the best of NZ Men's fashion.

10. Bali Ritch's by Bali Day Spa

32 mulgrave st Thorndon between Old St Paul Church and Archives, Wellington 6011 New Zealand +64 21 107 6743 [email protected] http://www.balidayspa.nz
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Bali Ritch's by Bali Day Spa

We provide Balinese style of treatments with blend of ancient therapeutic remedies. Through the healing hands of superbly trained therapist, we present only natural ingredient blend of products, the purest natural selected oils, herb & spices to deliver the ideal refuge for relaxation & rejuvenation.

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