Wellington · Practical

Practical Wellington

Hours, money, transport

What to know before you go out in Wellington.

Shops usually open 9am–5:30pm; cafés open early, many from 7am.
Cards and contactless payment are accepted almost everywhere. Tipping is not expected.
Snapper cards and contactless payment work on Wellington buses and trains; the central city is easy to walk.
Emergency number: 111.

This page is a general guide. Requirements may change; check the relevant authority’s current information before relying on them.

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