Kelburn Travel Guide

Wellington

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Popular places to visit

Victoria University's Law School in Wellington, New Zealand

Victoria University of Wellington

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Victoria University of Wellington during your visit to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Victoria University of Wellington
Zealandia

Zealandia

5/5(4 reviews)

Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.

Zealandia
Botanic Gardens

Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(26 reviews)

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.

Botanic Gardens
Carter Observatory

Carter Observatory

3/5(1 review)

Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

Carter Observatory
Cable Car Museum

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

Cable Car Museum
Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand

Interislander Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Interislander Ferry Terminal

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
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Rp116.652
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
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
Full Day Tour of Wellington

Full Day Tour of Wellington

Rp2.850.452
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Rp3.159.320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Top hotels in Kelburn

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is Rp1.341.785 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
Rp1.341.785
Rp1.543.103 total
26 Apr - 27 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! (1,719 reviews)
Excellent stay. Quiet, clean and the staff were excellent.

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is Rp1.896.551 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
Rp1.896.551
Rp2.181.034 total
18 Apr - 19 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room, very quite and bed was comfortable. Staff at checkin gave me an late checkout.

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is Rp1.699.886 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp1.699.886
Rp1.954.869 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Did not visit these areas or partake.

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Rydges Wellington
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is Rp1.402.231 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp1.402.231
Rp1.612.576 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great location. The staff were amazing, so friendly and professional.

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is Rp1.754.969 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
Rp1.754.969
Rp2.018.255 total
18 Apr - 19 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! (1,002 reviews)
Roomy, spotless, great plunger coffee

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Bolton Hotel
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is Rp1.137.627 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp1.137.627
Rp1.308.316 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.

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.

Wellington CBD
Thorndon

Thorndon

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

Thorndon
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
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
Karori

Karori

If you're spending some time in Karori, Karori Arts Centre and Wrights Hill Fortress are top sights worth seeing.

Karori

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