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Planning a Wellington Holiday?
Flying into Wellington with a baby or toddler? New Zealand's capital is a fantastic destination for families, offering a compact city centre, world-class attractions, beautiful waterfront walks and easy access to the lower North Island.
Whether you're exploring Wellington itself, heading to the Wairarapa, visiting family or continuing your journey to destinations like Taupō, Hawke's Bay or Taranaki, having the right baby equipment from the moment you arrive can make travelling with little ones much easier.
Hire Baby Equipment Near Wellington Airport
After a flight, most parents would rather start enjoying their holiday than worrying about bulky luggage.
Many families choose to hire baby equipment in Wellington instead of bringing everything from home. It means you can travel lighter, avoid oversized baggage fees and collect quality baby gear once you arrive.
Baby On The Move Wellington City is the Baby On The Move store servicing hires for Wellington Airport. Conveniently located just a short drive from both the airport and the city centre, it's easy to collect your hire equipment before beginning your adventure.
Our team are baby gear experts and qualified Child Restraint Technicians, helping you choose the right equipment for your child, your vehicle and your travel plans. We can also assist with fitting your child restraint before you hit the road.
Why Many Families Hire Baby Equipment in Wellington
Travelling with young children is easier when you only bring the essentials.
Hiring baby equipment in Wellington allows you to:
- Travel lighter through the airport.
- Avoid oversized baggage fees.
- Save valuable luggage space.
- Collect quality equipment when you arrive.
- Choose the right gear for your holiday.
Whether you're staying for a weekend or exploring the North Island, hiring can make travelling simpler.
What Families Usually Hire
Some of our most popular hire items include:
- Car seats
- Infant capsules
- Portacots
- Highchairs
- Travel prams and strollers
- Baby carriers
Browse our full range of hire equipment:
https://hire.babyonthemove.co.nz/collections
Not sure what you'll need? Our team is happy to help.
Wellington Airport Family Facilities
Wellington Airport offers several facilities designed to make travelling with babies and young children easier.
You'll find:
- Parent rooms with baby changing facilities.
- Family-friendly bathrooms.
- Children's play areas.
- A variety of cafés and food outlets.
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal.
Helpful links:
Travelling through Wellington Airport
https://www.wellingtonairport.co.nz/
Airport Terminal Map
https://www.wellingtonairport.co.nz/
Explore Wellington with Little Ones
Wellington is easy to explore with children thanks to its compact city centre and many family-friendly attractions.
Some local favourites include:
- Te Papa Tongarewa Museum
https://www.tepapa.govt.nz/ - Wellington Cable Car
https://www.wellingtoncablecar.co.nz/ - Zealandia Ecosanctuary
https://www.visitzealandia.com/ - Wellington Botanic Garden
https://wellingtongardens.nz/ - Wellington Waterfront
https://www.wellingtonnz.com/ - Space Place at Carter Observatory
https://www.spaceplace.nz/
Many attractions are pram friendly and within walking distance of one another, making Wellington an easy city to explore with young children.
Great Day Trips from Wellington
Martinborough
Enjoy boutique shopping, cafés, vineyards and relaxed village charm just over an hour from Wellington.
Kapiti Coast
Perfect for beach walks, playgrounds and family-friendly cafés.
https://www.kapiticoastnz.com/
Wairarapa
Discover charming towns, wildlife, gardens and beautiful countryside.
Palmerston North
A great stop if you're travelling further north through the lower North Island.
Travelling Beyond Wellington
Many families continue exploring after visiting Wellington.
Popular routes include:
- Wellington → Napier → Hawke's Bay
- Wellington → Taupō → Rotorua
- Wellington → New Plymouth → Taranaki
- Wellington → Whanganui
If you're travelling between the North and South Islands, don't forget the Interislander and Bluebridge ferries provide easy access across Cook Strait.
Interislander
https://www.interislander.co.nz/
Bluebridge
https://www.bluebridge.co.nz/
Returning Your Hire Equipment
Travelling one way?
Baby On The Move offers the flexibility to return hire equipment at another participating Baby On The Move location, making it easy to plan one-way holidays.
Speak to our team when booking and we'll help organise the best option for your itinerary.
Getting Around Wellington
Wellington's hills and winding streets make choosing the right vehicle and child restraint important.
If you're hiring a vehicle:
- Check there is enough room for your luggage and baby gear.
- Ensure suitable seatbelts are available for child restraint installation.
- Allow extra travel time during peak commuter periods.
If you're unsure which child restraint is best suited to your vehicle, our Child Restraint Technicians are happy to help.
Before You Explore Wellington
Wellington has everything you'll need before setting off on your journey, from supermarkets and pharmacies to outdoor stores and family-friendly cafés.
Before you head off, it's worth:
- Packing enough snacks, drinks and nappies for the day.
- Checking the weather, as Wellington is famous for its changing conditions.
- Allowing extra time for scenic stops and playground breaks.
- Downloading offline maps if you're heading into more remote regions.
Helpful resources:
MetService
https://www.metservice.com/
NZTA Journey Planner
https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/
WellingtonNZ
https://www.wellingtonnz.com/
Booking Your Baby Equipment Before You Arrive
Booking ahead means everything is organised before your flight lands.
Simply:
- Visit https://hire.babyonthemove.co.nz/collections
- Select your hire dates.
- Choose Wellington City as your collection store.
- Add the equipment you need.
If you're unsure what to hire, our team can recommend the best setup for your child and your travel plans.
Helpful Links
WellingtonNZ
https://www.wellingtonnz.com/
Wellington Airport
https://www.wellingtonairport.co.nz/
Tourism New Zealand
https://www.newzealand.com/
NZTA Journey Planner
https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/
MetService
https://www.metservice.com/
Ready to Discover Wellington?
Whether you're spending a weekend in the capital or beginning a North Island adventure, Baby On The Move is here to help make travelling with little ones easier.
Book your baby equipment online before you arrive so everything is ready to collect, allowing you to enjoy more of your holiday from the moment you land.
Whether you need car seat hire, pram hire, portacot hire or baby equipment hire near Wellington Airport, our team is here to help.
