Wadestown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
![Cuba Street Mall which includes café lifestyle and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58676-Cuba-Street-Mall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
![Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58755-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58668-Courtenay-Place.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
![TSB Arena which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179584-Tsb-Arena.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
![Weta Workshop which includes interior views and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58758-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Weta Cave
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.
Activities
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Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
![Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5197830/bdaa27ed-a73b-4bdb-b144-65b482b516d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
Our pick of the best Wadestown Hotel Deals
![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/f3d33d05_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025
![Oaks Wellington Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37130000/37129900/37129900/f352e3e4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wadestown
![St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58786-St-Pauls-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
![Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44112-Old-St-Pauls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
![Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44114-Carter-Observatory.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
![Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58755-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
![Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180651-Wellington-Waterfront.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- TSB Bank Arena
- The Weta Cave
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Zoo
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Zealandia
- Wellington Cable Car
- St James Theatre
- Oriental Parade
- Beehive
- Basin Reserve
- Petone Foreshore
- Botanic Gardens
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Plimmerton Beach