Kapiti Coast

For those who love the sea and prefer a milder climate, Kapiti, about an hour’s drive north from Wellington, is perfect. The Kapiti Coast stretches from the small village of Paekakariki in the south to the rural township of Otaki in the north, a distance of about 40km. Kapiti tends to be a few degrees warmer than Wellington and generally experiences less wind and rain.
KAPITI COAST

The district provides a casual outdoor focus, ideal for those who want to relax away from the central area of Wellington city.

Several of the Kapiti communities have their own village shopping centres, and a growing range of cafés, art galleries, antiques shops, restaurants and bars. The coast's main shopping area, including a large mall, is in Paraparaumu, on State Highway 1.