Sights & Activities

Jackson Street, Petone

Jackson Street is an amazing street which has a constant hum and appeal to everyone who goes there.

It's not surprising that Jackson Street is the Hutt Valley's number one visitor attraction!

Exploring the Outdoors

The Hutt Valley has dozens of tracks and trails through fantastic native bush areas, kilometres of coastline around Wellington Harbour and along the Hutt River, with a huge range of outdoor recreation adventures!

Passive and extreme options are avilable for mountain biking, tramping, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, camping and any number of other outdoor pursuits. 

Indoor Activities

The Hutt Valley continues its outdoor fun indoors too!

From a relaxing swim through to shoot 'em up lazer strike there is something for everyone. 

There are also heaps of activities available at www.thehuttscene.co.nz

Arts, Culture and Heritage

Stories rich in culture and innovation are told through a range of unique personalised experiences. The Hutt Valley was the site of the country's first organised European settlement and is now at the cutting edge of creative innovation.

Tours

Hutt Valley tours are available to the Lord of the Rings sites, spectacular off-road quad bike adventures or relaxing garden tours.  Some of the tours are listed below but for more ideas in the Hutt valley and throughout New Zealand, contact the Hutt Valley i-SITE Visitor Centres and book and buy with confidence.

Wining and Dining

Jackson Street, Petone is a foodies paradise but there are other great experiences such as seaside al fresco in the Eastern Bays and the fun family Cadillac Diner.

Shopping

The Hutt Valley has the most diverse shopping experience in the region! 

Unique shops and products of Jackson Street, weekend markets, seaside villages of Days Bay and Eastbourne, and the more contemporary Westfield Queensgate shopping centre.