Pipitea

Wellington

Good morning!
Good morning!
May 2013: Waiting for the ferry, here you see the sunrise and some black swans. See those all over, but never getting old! Beautiful!
There's an interesting l, free tour around the Beehive
Free tours run daily on the hour of NZ's governmental building, the Beehive.

Popular places to visit

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
Wellington Parliament showing heritage architecture and flowers

New Zealand Parliament Buildings

Learn about the events and people who shaped New Zealand's political landscape and see where the country is governed from at this collection of buildings.

New Zealand Parliament Buildings
Beehive showing modern architecture and a statue or sculpture

Beehive

Explore the corridors of power on a tour of the unique beehive-shaped home of New Zealand’s Parliament.

Beehive
Parliament House which includes heritage architecture

Parliament House

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a trip to Parliament House. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Parliament House
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Old St Paul's

Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines.

Old St Paul's
Parliamentary Library showing heritage architecture

Parliamentary Library

Find out about the history of Wellington when you take a trip to Parliamentary Library. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Parliamentary Library

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
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

RM209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zealandia Twilight 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
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Top hotels in Pipitea

Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is RM381 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM381
RM438 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff and clean room.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

2 out of 5
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd Wellington
The price is RM157 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
RM157
RM181 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Staff were kind, room was as expected based on the amount paid, good location. A little dirty.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
Quest on Thorndon

Quest on Thorndon

4 out of 5
61-63 Thorndon Quay Wellington Greater Wellington
The price is RM323 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
RM323
RM371 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (556 reviews)
Staff very helpful Chris gets a special mention

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Quest on Thorndon
The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon

4 out of 5
172 Thorndon Quay Wellington Wellington
The price is RM347 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
RM347
RM399 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (82 reviews)
Nice people- close to Ferry

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

The Sebel Wellington Thorndon
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is RM276 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM276
RM317 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 Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is RM381 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
RM381
RM438 total
26 Jan - 27 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Pipitea

St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria

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.

Wellington CBD
Wellington which includes a bay or harbor, a bridge and a sunset

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.

Wellington Waterfront
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Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
Wellington Fountain

Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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

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