🇳🇿 North Island NZ Road Trip Ep.10: Wellington Day 1 (15/4)

"Where city meets sea & history comes alive!" 🌊🏛️ 🚗 Palmerston North → Wellington (1h45m Drive) 🅿️ Parking Hack: • Stayed at Village Accommodation (Wilson Parking partner) - $28/day for secured parking. ⚠️ Pro Tip: Unload ALL luggage first—this multi-level carpark has no elevator! (Saved 30min of stair cardio 😅). 🌉 City to Sea Bridge • "Ocean views + grassy picnic spots = perfect lunch break!" 🍔🌿 • Walk north to harbor promenade (sailboats + salty breezes—bring layers!). 🏛️ Te Papa Museum (Must-See!) 🎟️ Tickets: • FREE for NZ residents/workers (show ID). • $35 for int'l visitors (48hr re-entry!). 🧭 Floor Guide: 2F 🦑: "Giant squid alert!" + kiwi bird exhibits. 3F 🌲: How humans changed NZ (deforestation, invasive species). 4F 🛖: Māori culture + migration history (canoes, carvings & stories). 6F 🌆: Rooftop views! "Wellington in panorama." #NZRoadTrip #WellingtonDiaries #MuseumMagic #TravelHacks