Lower Hutt Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Hutt
Where to stay in Lower Hutt
Wainuiomata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wainuiomata and surrounding area, you can visit East Harbour Regional Park and Eastbourne Beach.
Eastbourne
While Eastbourne isn't home to many top sights, Eastbourne Beach and The Weta Cave are some notable places to visit nearby.
Stokes Valley
Stokes Valley might not have many top sights, but Silver Stream Railway and Trentham Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Naenae
While there might not be top attractions in Naenae, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore.
Hutt Central
If you're spending some time in Hutt Central, Queensgate Shopping Centre and The Dowse are top sights worth seeing.
Waiwhetu
When in Waiwhetu, you can plan a visit to Maori Treasures and Queensgate Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Champers Motor Inn
Internet didn't work inside the rooms, only outside.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Angus Hotel
Excellent bed/bathroom, bar was a little disappointing as there was very little to choose from. Meals were very prompt for room service.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Quest Petone
Disappointed no one is present at 4.30pm check in on Saturdays Need to phone for number to enter and gain key for safe. Unfortunately they only provided one key which meant we couldn’t achieve what we wanted as had to leave together otherwise there would be no power / lights for the other ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt
It’s our go-to hotel when catching the Interislander ferry . Clean tidy and accommodating with 24/7 check in having regard to very late check !
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Ava Lodge
Loved the free off street parking provided
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Petone Foreshore
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Petone Foreshore during your travels in Lower Hutt? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.
Queensgate Shopping Centre
You can enjoy retail therapy at Queensgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Lower Hutt.
East Harbour Regional Park
Explore the great outdoors at East Harbour Regional Park, a lovely green space in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Wellington City Walkways
You can take time to visit Wellington City Walkways during your travels to Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre
Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Lower Hutt, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Bolton Street Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Bolton Street Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Lower Hutt. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
