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

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

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

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Top hotels in Kelburn

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Clean room, hotel handy in Wellington city , very walkable Breakfast good range of different options..
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for a 6am flight out to Aussie. Dropped bags in by 4am and went back to room. Excellent
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Clean facility, excellent location.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Rydges Wellington
Staff was fantastic, hotel in a perfect Location, walking distance to bay, train station, shops etc etc, great breakfast and the drinks from the bar at the Hotel also fantastic
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
The location is excellent
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

ibis Wellington
Everything was excellent! The room and other facilities were sparkling clean, the parking was easy and convenient, and the breakfast was good. I had a very comfortable stay and would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 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 Archives New Zealand 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.






