What to do in Wellington

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Wellington

Wellington Tourist Attractions & Activities

Always up for inventive ways to get your kicks and have an enlightening experience, you’re prepared to explore an exciting city from top to bottom. It’s not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Australia can connect you with lots of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and the only thing you'll have left to do is count the days until your escape and dream about all the places you'll go!

  • Book your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia Australia at a great value, and you'll still have enough cash for a top hotel or fine meal while you’re travelling. The things to do in Wellington are not only among the best, but they won’t break the bank. We have 71 things to do here, and you can get them starting at just AU$11.
  • Wellington is popular among inquisitive minds. In fact, many travellers have been visiting Wellington to check out local hot spots and explore the best things to do, and a good percentage of these travellers can't wait to return. The most booked activities can grab the interest of even well-versed globetrotters, and it's not hard to see why. Our activities includes an impressive variety of entertainment and opportunities for adventure. With one-of-a kind ways to see the best this area has to offer like a Palliser Bay Off the Beaten Track and Seal Colony & Farm Tour, there are plenty of active options at your disposal when you look through the top-quality tours and excursions here at Expedia Australia.

Our activities are the ideal way to organise your trip. It takes an expert itinerary to make the most of a trip to Wellington, especially when you intend to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And it's evident that you're someone who likes to get out and about—you're ready to get out and have an adventure. You're eager to sign up for the most essential activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is an adventure all its own. Book guided tours on Expedia Australia, and you may find all that you are seeking and more.


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Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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Petone

4/5(247 area reviews)

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Petone
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.

Wellington Waterfront
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook

Day trip destinations from Wellington