Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing
Wellington featuring food
Wellington showing a pond and a bridge as well as a couple
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington

Popular places to visit

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
Michael Fowler Centre featuring modern architecture, a bay or harbour and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(70 reviews)

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
Wellington Cable Car showing railway items

Wellington Cable Car

4.5/5(585 reviews)

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.

Wellington Cable Car
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Civic Square featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza as well as a couple

Civic Square

4.5/5(292 reviews)

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.

Civic Square
Wellington Town Hall which includes heritage architecture and an administrative building

Wellington Town Hall

4/5(5 reviews)

Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Town Hall

Activities

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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
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
Return Ferry Ticket from Queens Wharf, Wellington to Days Bay

Wellington: Return Ferry Ticket to Days Bay

AU$29
per adult
Wellington: Return Ferry Ticket to Days Bay
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour

AU$105
per adult
Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour
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Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

AU$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

AU$77
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
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Our pick of the best Wellington CBD Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$104 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 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! (1,380 reviews)
"Was excellent. Loved access to Lambton Quay, will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$107 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$107
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The facility was very clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly and helpful, the breakfast was excellent, the location perfect and quiet"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

ibis Wellington
Bolton Hotel
Bolton Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington
The price is AU$172 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Great value hotel, rooms have alot of amenity and housekeeping plus front desk staff do a fantastic job"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Bolton Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$124 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,263 reviews)
"Staff were excellent and helpful. Comfortable beds. Clean rooms. Central location for all shopping and restaurants. Will stay there again."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Novotel Wellington
Novotel Wellington
4.5 out of 5
133 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$138 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Fresh milk"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Novotel Wellington
Quest 256 Lambton
Quest 256 Lambton
3 out of 5
Level 4, 256 Lambton Quay, Wellington
The price is AU$136 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (498 reviews)
"Best of best spot also main street"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Quest 256 Lambton
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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
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
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
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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

Wellington CBD Travel Guide

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