Te Aro
Wellington
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Top hotels in Te Aro
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location. The staff were amazing, so friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
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Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Loved this hotel, great art work and ambience. Large room with very comfortable beds We really enjoyed the cooked breakfast in restaurant overlooking Wellie harbour.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Willis Wellington Hotel
Room is not very clean.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Aura Hotel
Didn’t realise it was share accommodation. Walked to new world and bought water and chocolate. Chocolate got wet from fridge leaking and got thrown out.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Nice property good rooms good staff very close to all the important things you want to see and do in Wellington
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro
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.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
