Petone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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
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
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
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
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
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

Activities

Coffee roasting at Ripe Coffee Roasters.

A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

AU$987
per adult
A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour
Time for a rest.

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

AU$177
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
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Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$159
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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Our pick of the best Petone Hotel Deals

Quest Petone
Quest Petone
4 out of 5
40-42 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington
The price is AU$154 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (584 reviews)
"Would have liked to know more about off road parking. As then would have booked a space"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Quest Petone
Settlers Motor Lodge
Settlers Motor Lodge
3.5 out of 5
83-85 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$133 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ...
6.6/10 (393 reviews)
"Very happy with this place"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Settlers Motor Lodge
Dupont Executive Motels
Dupont Executive Motels
4.5 out of 5
95 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt
Fully refundable
The price is AU$137 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
6.6/10 (297 reviews)
"A little tricky getting out into traffic as right on the intersection of a busy road at rush hour times even on a saturday. But friendly staff, clean and fresh room. When we got back to our room someone else had taken our park in front of our room, however we could still park in the hotel gounds. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Dupont Executive Motels
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4 out of 5
7 Tory St, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$191 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$191
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (554 reviews)
"The room was clean and well appointed, it’s very close to the main street with lots of dining and shopping items. Nice view of the beach."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Midway Pacifica Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge
3 out of 5
89 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$112 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone Foreshore ...
5/10 (195 reviews)
"Although somewhat dated, the property was good and had all the necessary facilities. It was a shame that the kitchen was dirty and needed a good clean. Otherwise the property would have been great. However the Supervisor was very apologetic and upgraded us to better and cleaner accommodation at no ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Midway Pacifica Lodge
Foreshore Motor Lodge
Foreshore Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
Cnr Esplanade & Nelson St, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$167 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$167
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (357 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Foreshore Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Petone

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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
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
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Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai
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

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