Newlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

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

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall which includes café lifestyle and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

4/5(1,370 reviews)

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington Central Business District

4/5(1,139 reviews)

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Michael Fowler Centre featuring modern architecture, a bay or harbour and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(70 reviews)

Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.

Michael Fowler Centre
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(144 reviews)

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

4/5(985 reviews)

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place

Activities

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$162
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

AU$342
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,327
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Best wine tasting tour

Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour

AU$268
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
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Our pick of the best Newlands Hotel Deals

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
Capital Lodge Motor Inn
4 out of 5
1 Newlands Road, Wellington
The price is AU$191 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$191
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
"An excellent location for the ferry. Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$118 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$118
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,493 reviews)
"The room was functional but dated. The bed was excellent.the bathroom sink lacked a plug and there are no grab rails for the shower,"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is AU$180 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$180
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very comfy and do easy to get to my flight"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$163 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$163
27 July - 28 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay. Good service. Overall good. My room needed a little love but otherwise comfy bed and good facilities."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is AU$173 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$173
27 July - 28 July
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)
Good hotel in great location
"For a family group the room we chose, with one queen and two single beds was ideal. The room was tidy and clean. The location is very handy for the Te Papa end of Wellington too. Parking is available for a fee on a first come, first served basis."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$108 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$108
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Very good customer service, great to have a restaurant on sight, and very handy to main shopping areas. Lovely comfy bed and cosy room."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

ibis Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Newlands

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Johnsonville

Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Johnsonville
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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
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
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

4/5(162 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
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Oriental Bay

4.5/5(270 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD

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