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
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
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
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
Weta Workshop which includes interior views and a statue or sculpture

The Weta Cave

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.

The Weta Cave

Activities

Coffee roasting at Ripe Coffee Roasters.

A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

AU$985
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
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington

Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington
Auckland Maori Tour hongi

Auckland Maori Tour

AU$358
per adult
Auckland Maori Tour
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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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$148 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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! (574 reviews)
"Great hotel in the heart of Petone"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 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$130 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ...
6.8/10 (369 reviews)
"Property is very worn The first room they put me in had no tv remote tried several no good so moved me to another room this still very worn out but staff were fantasic"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Settlers Motor Lodge
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4 out of 5
7 Tory St, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$183 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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! (538 reviews)
"Sound proof rooms next to busy road, brilliant. Cosy and tidy. Lovely staff. Would return"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Foreshore Motor Lodge
Foreshore Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
Cnr Esplanade & Nelson St, Petone, Lower Hutt
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (352 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Foreshore Motor Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge
3 out of 5
89 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$110 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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 (193 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
Dupont Executive Motels
Dupont Executive Motels
4.5 out of 5
95 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$134 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 (286 reviews)
"Check in staff unfriendly"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Dupont Executive Motels
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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 National Library 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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