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Wellington Zoo which includes zoo animals
Wellington Zoo which includes zoo animals
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and signage
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals
Wellington Zoo featuring animals and zoo animals

Popular places to visit

Wellington Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals as well as a family

Wellington Zoo

Get up close to cuddly big cats, playful pandas, elegant giraffes and cheeky gibbons at the country's oldest zoo.

Wellington Zoo
Cuba Street Mall featuring outdoor eating and cafe lifestyle as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Te Papa featuring theater scenes, night scenes and modern architecture

Te Papa

Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Te Papa
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay

Wellington Central Business District

Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Wellington City panorama, with Cricket Field in the foreground, from the top of the Cable Car towards Mt. Victoria, North Island New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 403834285; Purchase Order: -

Lambton Quay

During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lambton Quay
Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

RM28
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Time for a rest.

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

RM456
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

RM386
per adult
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

RM409
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

RM208
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour

RM339
per adult
Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour
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Top hotels in Newtown

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford

4.5 out of 5
22 Riddiford St Wellington Wellington
The price is RM338 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
RM338
RM389 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (293 reviews)
Clean room with lot of accessories and amenities. The hotel staff was very helpful.

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is RM274 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM274
RM315 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
Brilliant central location with parking.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is RM370 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
RM370
RM426 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM413 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
RM413
RM475 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great convenient location for earlier departure. Room was Clean and tidy.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is RM343 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
RM343
RM395 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,432 reviews)
The suite was spotlessly clean and exceeded our expectations in all respects. The staff really stood out as exceptionally friendly and helpful. If we return to Wellington we would definitely look to stay here again, highly recommended.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is RM289 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM289
RM333 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (949 reviews)
Very cool, vibrant hotel. Amazing location

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

The flying eagle at WLG airport who crash landed during the recent earthquake but now seems to be back in place

Kilbirnie

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kilbirnie
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook
Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . Taken from Mt Victoria with a Nikon FE2, Nikkor 105mm f1.8 , Ektar 100 film www.benhowe.co.nz #wellington #harbour #boat #rainbow #ektar100 #nikonFE2 #nikkor105mmf1.8 #35mmfilm #analog #film

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
#Brooklyn Wind Turbine in Wellington. The view at the to is amazing😊😍

Brooklyn

4/5(1 area review)

Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Brooklyn
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 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
On the way to the airport or nearby suburbs, stop for a wander down the beach here. Or, park here and walk right around to Oriental Bay and the Wellington waterfront - it's so beautiful all the way along! You can see the 'Wowington' sign in the distance too :)

Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai

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