Kelburn Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Carter Observatory featuring an observatory and interior views
Carter Observatory showing an observatory and interior views as well as an individual female
Carter Observatory which includes interior views and an observatory
Botanic Gardens showing flowers and a park

Popular places to visit

Zealandia

Zealandia

A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.

Zealandia
Botanic Gardens featuring a park, flowers and forests

Botanic Gardens

Discover 25 hectares of horticultural heaven, brimming with native plants, fragrant flowers and rare trees.

Botanic Gardens
Carter Observatory showing an observatory and interior views

Carter Observatory

Take a virtual journey through the solar system, see the planets up close and touch fallen rocks at this fascinating space attraction.

Carter Observatory
Cable Car Museum showing street scenes and a house

Cable Car Museum

Visit this free museum to learn all about the origins of Wellington's historic cable car that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.

Cable Car Museum
Te Papa

Te Papa

Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Te Papa
Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington Central Business District

Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District

Activities

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$156
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

AU$173
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
View of Miramar from Mt Vic

Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion

AU$173
per adult
Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

AU$11
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

AU$88
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Our pick of the best Kelburn Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$106 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$106
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,597 reviews)
"It was so convenient being able to take the lift right onto the main shopping strip! Great stay and the restaurant was fab too."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is AU$156 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$156
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was for a conference, the venue was clean and convenient. Staff were very friendly and accomodating. The room i had was dated but exceptionally clean. The view from my window was of the back of the hotel, which was a run down street area. Easy walk to the harbour . Amenities outside the ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is AU$169 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$169
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Good stay…."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$161 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$161
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Conveniently located."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$110 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$110
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,362 reviews)
"Area around hotel dirty"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington
The price is AU$165 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$165
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious and set up for a longer stay with kitchenette and washing machine and dryer. The staff were lovely, the hotel felt friendly. It is very close to Parliament and easy to walk to the waterfront. I loved the swimming pool!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Bolton Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn

Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Thorndon

4/5(162 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset

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
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.

Te Aro
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Karori

While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Karori

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