Pipitea Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Wellington Parliament showing interior views and heritage architecture
Wellington Parliament which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture
Old St Paul\'s which includes religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Beehive which includes modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Lambton Quay

Lambton Quay

4.5/5(847 reviews)

During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lambton Quay
Wellington Parliament showing heritage architecture and flowers

New Zealand Parliament Buildings

4/5(184 reviews)

In these modern, Edwardian and Gothic-styled buildings, historic events and people shaped the political life of New Zealand.

New Zealand Parliament Buildings
Beehive showing modern architecture and a statue or sculpture

Beehive

4.5/5(377 reviews)

Explore the corridors of power on a tour of the unique beehive-shaped home of New Zealand’s Parliament.

Beehive
Parliament House

Parliament House

4/5(6 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a trip to Parliament House. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Parliament House
Wellington Cenotaph

Wellington Cenotaph

Enjoy an outing to Wellington Cenotaph during your stay in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Cenotaph
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Old St Paul's

4/5(89 reviews)

Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines.

Old St Paul's

Activities

Time for a rest.

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

AU$176
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$158
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Private custom tour with a local guide Wellington

Private custom tour with a local guide Wellington

AU$201
per adult
Private custom tour with a local guide Wellington
From Source to Sea Remutaka eBike Cycle Tour

Hutt River Trail eBike Explorer

AU$180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hutt River Trail eBike Explorer
The best of Wellington walking tour

The Best of Wellington Walking Tour

AU$867
per traveller
The Best of Wellington Walking Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

AU$189
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
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Our pick of the best Pipitea Hotel Deals

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$171 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Good property"

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 out of 5
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington
The price is AU$81 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$81
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this hostel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"Very close with bluebridge"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
Quest on Thorndon
Quest on Thorndon
4 out of 5
61-63 Thorndon Quay, Wellington
The price is AU$133 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (526 reviews)
"A very lovely hotel. Very clean, attentive staff, great kitchenette, bathroom and comfy bed. I would come back to this hotel in a heart beat. It’s also very near the ferry port so not too much driving in town to get to the hotel. Again…. It is very comfortable, clean, efficient and near to everything. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Quest on Thorndon
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
2.5 out of 5
172 Thorndon Quay, Wellington, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$164 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"Has an initial issue but the manager took care of it to our satisfaction. Unfortunately, we were not aware there was nighttime road construction outside the hotel. It went on all night both nights we were there"

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$108 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$108
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,375 reviews)
"I was happy with my stay, no complaints."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 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$176 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
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)
"Nessesary when flight checking in at 4am !"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
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
Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
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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
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro

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