Popular places to visit
Zealandia
A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.
Botanic Gardens
Discover 25 hectares of horticultural heaven, brimming with native plants, fragrant flowers and rare trees.
Carter Observatory
Take a virtual journey through the solar system, see the planets up close and touch fallen rocks at this fascinating space attraction.
Cable Car Museum
Visit this free museum to learn all about the origins of Wellington's historic cable car that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Things to do
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Top hotels in Kelburn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Nice stay. Lights were back to front, on was off and off was on. Fridge ended up turning off during the night so woke up to warm drinks. Otherwise friendly staff, good location if flying by plane. Would still recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Staff were friendly, breakfast had decent choices, room had everything I needed for a short stay
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Everything was clean and comfortable. Washer/Dryer had a button that didn’t work, so the setting we were instructed to use wouldn’t work. Everything else was great!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Bolton Hotel
Really nice hotel. Staff very helpful and welcoming. Good Location, city is very walkable if you like walking. Bed was two single mattresses which was the only small disappointment for a nicer hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Clean, spacious room. Grand old building. Friendly staff and good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn
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.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Karori
While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
