Shopping enthusiasts visiting Wellington should make it a point to explore the Wellington Underground Market. This renowned arts and crafts market intends to showcase the artistic, musical and culinary talents of the local community. Its diverse attractions have made it a popular tourist attraction, luring many of the travellers who visit the New Zealand capital. Functioning every Saturday, this appealing marketplace offers the finest creations of Wellington’s premier artists, craftspeople, bakers and other creative people.

The unique location of the market is part of the attraction of the venue. Situated underground at the waterfront, this unusual location means that the marketplace can function irrespective of the weather outside. You will find more than 100 stalls selling the finest creations of the local artisans with a captivating variety of choices. You may find it difficult to believe that all of these fascinating creations are the work of the local community. Offering almost every art and craft you could imagine, the merchandise available provides a spectacular sensory experience not to be enjoyed anywhere else. Homeware is a major attraction, with items like designer linen, hand-decorated ceramics, wooden goods, different kinds of furnishings, garden artworks, furniture and flowers readily available. Fashion items like fine clothing, accessories and jewellery will draw the attention of the trend-conscious shopaholic. Photographs and prints are always popular, as are the original artworks and sculptures.

Health and beauty products from local manufacturers always find a ready market with wellbeing products also in great demand. Meanwhile, the gourmet culinary items are also a huge attraction with goods like specialty sweets, oils, chocolates and cupcakes of an exceptional standard being featured. No visit to the market would be complete without sampling the delectable local food specialties on offer, with the Wellington coffee also being a worthy highlight. Not to be missed are the enthralling performances of the local actors and musicians. Street theatre artistes and talented buskers provide splendid entertainment to provide a fitting backdrop to this one-of-a-kind market. Discerning visitors seeking New Zealand hotels or Auckland hotels will find an excellent selection in the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels NZ. These fine rests offer comfortable accommodations and gracious hospitality.

 

Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday.

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