Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Wellington Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
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.
Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. 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 lively bars in this walkable area.
Queen's Wharf Event Centre
Learn about the events happening in Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
The treats in our room for our anniversary was such a special treat 😊💕 the spa and pool were fantastic to use and the breakfast was delicious
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
QT Wellington
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Great location and preface for dog friendly. Thank you
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Very good, will definitely stay again 👍
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Rydges Wellington
Lovely room, friendly helpful staff and a nice pool and sauna. We are at the restaurant in the evening and the food was excellent.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea 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.
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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
