Wellington CBD
Wellington





Visit Wellington CBD
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.

City Gallery Wellington
Indulge your creative side at this free art gallery, home to a wide range of fascinating and eye-catching works.

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.
Things to do

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

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Top hotels in Wellington CBD

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Central, clean, staff are super-helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Clean, large room. Good location.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Bolton Hotel
The staff was courteous and helpful. Nice room, dining room was excellent.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

ibis Wellington
Friendly staff..close to everything…comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Great location, beautiful lobby but the room on the 2nd floor was dusty. Dusty baseboards, the TV screen was so dusty that I could write “dust me” on it with my finger and visibly see it. The glass credenza under the TV was dusty and the shoe/luggage storage had dust piled in the corner about 5 inches ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Great location, very clean. Can be a bit noisy at times due to location.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

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.

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

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

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.

Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand 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.


