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Ferries, which travel from Wellington to places like Matiu/Somes Island, cost up to NZ$23 (approximately $16) for a round-trip journey. Driving around Wellington can be more frustrating than helpful.

Wellington is the best of New Zealand all wrapped up in an easy to digest package. A little capital that packs a big punch, it is made up of eccentric neighborhoods dotted along the southern coast ...