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
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
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

Activities

West wind project

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

AU$182
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours, check out Wellingtons latest Car Museum, Cars Inc

Half-Day Tour - Hops and Horsepower (Drink & Cars) in Wellington

AU$154
per adult
Half-Day Tour - Hops and Horsepower (Drink & Cars) in Wellington
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour

AU$106
per adult
Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour
Romantic tour in Wellington

Romantic tour in Wellington

AU$927
per traveller
Romantic tour in Wellington
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour

AU$233
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$163
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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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$137 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$137
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,443 reviews)
"Very central"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4 out of 5
2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$124 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$124
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent central location with easy walking to CBD, and shopping, as well as direct access to the adjacent parking building."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$109 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$109
1 June - 2 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice shower pressure in the rather small shower. The hot water took a verrrrry long time to come through in the morning, (but was ok at night). The plugging mechanism in the ensuite sink in our room would not stay down resulting in the inability to fill the basin. I did inform the desk staff of this ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

ibis Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$126 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$126
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,281 reviews)
"Bit noisy. Good location in central Wellington."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Adina CityLife Wellington
Adina CityLife Wellington
4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay, (Vehicle access 14 Gilmer Terrace), Wellington
The price is AU$193 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$193
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was top notch and met me and family's requitlrements - also very comfortable and had all the amenities that we needed Thank you Adina AAAA"

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Adina CityLife Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
5 out of 5
2 Grey Street, Wellington
The price is AU$241 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
AU$241
6 June - 7 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"The pool Was Small and cold. The hot tub was difficult to get in and out"

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
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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 National Library 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

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