Newtown Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Wellington Zoo
Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.
Interislander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Wellington Central Business District
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Newtown
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
I can’t rate this place high enough. 1. It’s been the cleanest hotel I’ve stayed in NZ (I’m a bit of a clean freak) and not even expensive fancy hotels ever make it to my standards, this place was spotless. 2. We stayed there because we had a family member in the hospital and didn’t know how long ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Southgate Motor Inn
Superbly clean, free car park, opposite hospital, 5 min walk to supermarket and takeaway kai. Dated interior but comfortable beds, spacious area, balcony for vaping/smoking - the flash hotel down the road is so small with no parking and no windows! Very accommodating friendly staff - recommend ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great staff and rooms.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very convenient. Great staff
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington
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Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Was very good , there was an empty water bottle behind the curtain from previous guests , but rest was all good. Staff were lovely, and room service as awesome. A great place to stay , will be back.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newtown
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Central Park and Basin Reserve.
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.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
