Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Wellington

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria
Wellington CBD
Wellington CBD
Wellington CBD

Popular places to visit

TSB Bank Arena

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(1 review)

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

Wellington Cable Car

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden.

Wellington Cable Car
Wellington Town Hall

Wellington Town Hall

4/5(1 review)

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
City Gallery Wellington

City Gallery Wellington

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery.

City Gallery Wellington
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Things to do

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Rp1.701.172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Rp1.846.987
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Rp865.168
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

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

Rp1.895.592
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Rp116.652
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Rp2.138.616
per adult
Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour
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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 Rp1.031.492 per night from 3 May to 4 May
Rp1.031.492
Rp1.186.216 total
3 May - 4 May
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! (1,727 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.737.307 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
Rp1.737.307
Rp1.997.943 total
17 Apr - 18 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Room was clean, food was great, and the staff was friendly.

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Bolton Hotel
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is Rp1.126.177 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp1.126.177
Rp1.295.149 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
Breakfast was great. Shower was crap.

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

ibis Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is Rp2.819.906 per night from 15 May to 16 May
Rp2.819.906
Rp3.242.892 total
15 May - 16 May
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Good central location for the dockside. Breakfast was good and could order separately. Very comfortable bed

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is Rp1.175.613 per night from 10 May to 11 May
Rp1.175.613
Rp1.351.945 total
10 May - 11 May
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! (1,508 reviews)
The after hours check-in and check-out were very convenient and most comfortable beds of my entire trip

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

4 out of 5
2-6 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is Rp1.049.057 per night from 10 May to 11 May
Rp1.049.057
Rp1.206.416 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
This property is the neglected cousin of the millennium hotel next door. The rooms are old and cramped, the walls are thin, access to the rooms from the beach was often locked. We hated cooking in the kitchenette area. Going next door to Millennium was a nice perk but given how many options there ...

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

Wellington Waterfront

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
Thorndon

Thorndon

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

Thorndon
Te Aro

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
Pipitea

Pipitea

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

Pipitea
Oriental Bay

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 Travel Guide