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Known as New Zealand's 24-hour zone, the Courtenay and Cuba quarters in Wellington are brimming with trendy nightclubs, live music venues and ethnic eateries on every corner. When you arrive on locum tenens assignment in the country, locals will tell you that Cuba Street is the "bohemian district" of the city, emphasizing a multicultural atmosphere through art galleries, small fashion boutiques and music shops.
The youthful vibe of the district is primarily because of the numerous academic institutions in the area, including Victoria University, Wellington Institute of Technology and Natcoll. Creativity dominates the streets, too, with featured exhibition spaces, street performers, stone carving, carnivals and endless art crawls. And only a half block from upper Cuba Street is the Wellington Arts Centre, a venue that hosts all kinds of lively performances, such as live music, cabaret, comedic magic shows and theater productions.
To fit in with the local trends, you can stroll over to Matterhorn, the favored local bar for Wellington's chic crowd. A consecutive two-time Bar of the Year winner, the popular club has also gained much fame because of its mouthwatering menu, earning it a Best Casual Dining award in past years as well.