Te Aro
Wellington





Popular places to visit

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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

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

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

Bucket Fountain
Bucket Fountain is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

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

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington: Lord of the Rings Filming Locations Tour
Top hotels in Te Aro

Naumi Studio Wellington
Only went to bar for pre theatre drinks, staff were great and made the wife a cocktail that wasn’t on the list
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
The staff were very helpful, absolute spot on location, spotlessly clean. Definitely stay there again. Perfect .
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Aura Hotel
Yes perfect area close to everything.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Good for an illicit meeting in the city
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Willis Wellington Hotel
Dated hotel rooms. But was decent enough to stay in. Misleading that they have a sky remote but not sky as the remote is only used to turn on the tv. Only Freeview channels.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Comfortable bed. Communal tea and coffee facilities a nice touch. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
