Wellington CBD

Wellington

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.
Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay (right) from atop the hill at the Wellington Wind Turbine.
A clear day at the Wellington waterfront #blue

Popular places to visit

TSB Arena featuring modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Michael Fowler Centre which includes modern architecture, night scenes and a bay or harbor

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.

Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington Cable Car featuring railway items

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.

Wellington Cable Car
Museum of Wellington City and Sea showing signage and a square or plaza

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
City Gallery Wellington featuring a city and street scenes

City Gallery Wellington

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

City Gallery Wellington
Wellington Town Hall featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

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.

Wellington Town Hall

Things to do

Time for a rest.

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

RM463
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

RM261
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

RM416
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

RM772
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour

RM344
per adult
Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

RM131
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
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Top hotels in Wellington CBD

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is RM325 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
RM325
RM374 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,721 reviews)
Central, clean, staff are super-helpful.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is RM315 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM315
RM362 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,478 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good location.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is RM403 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
RM403
RM463 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
The staff was courteous and helpful. Nice room, dining room was excellent.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Bolton Hotel
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is RM269 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
RM269
RM310 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Friendly staff..close to everything…comfortable rooms

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

ibis Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
Fully refundable
The price is RM599 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM599
RM689 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
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

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street Wellington NZ
The price is RM377 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
RM377
RM433 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Great location, very clean. Can be a bit noisy at times due to location.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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
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
Good morning!

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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

Wellington CBD