Wellington CBD
![Wellington which includes interior views and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58755-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Popular places to visit
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Wellington Cable Car
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.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Civic Square
Relax outdoors in the center of Wellington, surrounded by public artworks and some of the city’s most iconic buildings.
Things to do
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/f3d33d05_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![ibis Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892500/892402/04ce554f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Bolton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1158200/1158140/a1d8fb23_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19858900/19858858/w2880h3828x0y11-f9b9ca8d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Novotel Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/871600/871542/a8d2f910_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024
![Park Hotel Lambton Quay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92970000/92965700/92965673/f3953fbf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
![Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180651-Wellington-Waterfront.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Zealandia and Botanic Gardens.
![St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58786-St-Pauls-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
![Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58668-Courtenay-Place.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44112-Old-St-Pauls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Beehive are top sights worth seeing.
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Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.