Wellington CBD Travel Guide
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
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.
Wellington Cable Car
Take a ride on one of Wellington’s iconic cable cars for a great way to see the city as well as to reach the big attractions.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Civic Square
Unwind in this public square, gaze at the capital's iconic buildings and public artworks, take a late-night walk or enjoy a coffee while people-watching.
Activities
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Te Aro
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.
Northland
While Northland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Botanic Gardens and New Zealand Parliament Buildings.