Petone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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

Cuba Street Mall

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

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

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

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

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

Courtenay Place

Activities

Coffee roasting at Ripe Coffee Roasters.

A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

AU$1,000
per adult
A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights 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$343
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$162
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta 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
Time for a rest.

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

AU$181
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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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$141 per night from 27 June to 28 June
AU$141
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (594 reviews)
"This is the 2nd time of staying here in a couple of months. This was because our son had a flat in John Street, so the convenience of Quest was great. It was in walking distance for them & to meet for resturants etc A very comfortable stay. Parking was a bonus too."

Reviewed on 5 May 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$131 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$131
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
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 (418 reviews)
"Comfortable unit, would stay there again"

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 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$196 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$196
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (563 reviews)
"Good choice to save some money but still be within reach of everything in Wellington CBD. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff. Laundry facilities on site were great. Balcony views over the water were lovely but the road is very busy and noisy (noise did not travel inside with the doors closed). Room ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Midway Pacifica Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge
3 out of 5
89 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$113 per night from 25 June to 26 June
AU$113
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
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 (197 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
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$144 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$144
29 June - 30 June
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! (1,468 reviews)
"Wonderful strong shower much appreciated to start our busy days."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$175 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$175
15 June - 16 June
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Conveniently located in the downtown district. Great location if you are taking the ferry"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Rydges Wellington
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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
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Khandallah

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Khandallah and surrounding area, you can visit Interislander Ferry Terminal and Katherine Mansfield Birthplace.

Khandallah
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

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