Newtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Wellington Zoo
Get up close to cuddly big cats, playful pandas, elegant giraffes and cheeky gibbons at the country's oldest zoo.
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
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.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Activities
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
Our pick of the best Newtown Hotel Deals
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Southgate Motor Inn
Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025
Willis Wellington Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Newtown
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
Te Aro
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.
- Wellington Zoo
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- TSB Bank Arena
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Lambton Quay
- The Weta Cave
- Zealandia
- St James Theatre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- Beehive
- Oriental Parade
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Petone Foreshore
- Botanic Gardens
- Trentham Racecourse
- Basin Reserve
- Plimmerton Beach