Late Night Bars in Wellington

Wellington enjoys its reputation as the 'Capital of Cool' with a huge variety of venues to party long into the night. Late night craft beer pubs, hip cocktail bars, backstreet edgy joints all offer nightbirds plenty of options to enjoy the city.

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Foxglove

Foxglove Bar & Kitchen is a large and spacious bar and restaurant that overlooks the harbour on Wellington's waterfront. The ground floor restaurant enjoys expansive views of the h

Four Kings

Four kings is an award winning Sport Bar that's situated in the heart of Wellington's CBD. The multi-level bar is a haven for sports fans with over 70 flatscreens and decent casual eating option

D4 on Featherstone

Already a favourite destination of Irish rugby supporters, D4 on Featherston is a great spot for anyone looked for a good time in a relaxed venue. Named for Dublin's postcode, D4 takes its inspirat

The Library

The Library is tucked away in the centre of Wellington's lively Courtenay Place. The name gives the style of the decor away. It's a cosy, atmospheric bar that is a popular spot to let your hair

Dockside Restaurant and Bar

Dockside Restaurant & Bar offers a unique contrast of old and new in a historic building with a contemporary feel. As one might expect with a prime waterfront location, in the heart of Queens W

Kennedy's Bar

Kennedy’s is an authentic Irish bar located in the heart of the city on Allen Street. As with any true Irish bar, Kennedy’s gets its name from the owner's family - Dermot’s 'Ma' Ann the ep

Puffin Wine Bar

Puffin Wine Bar has a focus on natural, organic and minimal intervention wines. However, the bar is also partial to a few beers, spirits and cocktails too. Along with the drinks, the

Little Beer Quarter

Little Beer Quarter (aka LBQ) is tucked away in Edward Street and is an authentic styled Irish Pub. The welcoming fireplace, comfy leather chairs and selection of craft beers create the atmosphere of

Hawthorn Lounge

The Hawthorn Lounge oozes style, taking visitors back in time to the sophisticated 1920s surroundings of a gentleman's club. The lounge, tucked away in Wellington's Tory Street, is one of the city'

Crumpet Bar

Crumpet is a cocktail Bar that serves crumpets with butter along with cocktails of course. Nestled inside the historic Opera House on Manners Street, Crumpet is perfectly located for a before or

Lulu Bar

Lulu Bar offers an epic journey tasting and drinking your way through the pacific, from Hawaii all the way to Aotearoa. They have taken inspiration from the islands to bring you a fresh new dini

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Late Night Bars in Wellington

Foxglove

Four Kings

D4 on Featherstone

The Library

Dockside Restaurant and Bar

Kennedy's Bar

Puffin Wine Bar

Little Beer Quarter

Hawthorn Lounge

Crumpet Bar

Lulu Bar

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New Zealand: Auckland to Wellington 3-Day Tour via Rotorua

Wellington City Heights Shared Tour

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Wellington: Half-Day Lord of the Rings Locations Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

21 Day Grand Kiwi Experience Small Group Tour

Wellington: Private custom tour with a local guide

Wellington: Remutaka Rail Trail Cycle Tour

Wellington: Scenic Harbour Helicopter Flight

From Wellington: Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Tour

Wellington: Kapiti Coast Tour with Lunch and Entry Fees

From Wellington: Martinborough Wine Tasting Tour

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