Tawa Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
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.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Top hotels in Tawa
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Friendly staff to welcome you at 1am in the morning
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport provides not only the convenience of being on the doorstep of Wellington airport, it has friendly staff, comfortable rooms and a relaxing bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington
Great location and breakfast sadly got parking ticket outside. Unsure of what was available or not.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
ibis Wellington
Parking was secure, telephone in our room didn't work so couldn't call reception. TV was to old to be able to connect device to to watch a movie, bathroom really dated and had black mould.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location. The staff were amazing, so friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Good location
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tawa
Linden
While Linden isn't home to many top sights, Wellington City Walkways and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grenada North
When in Grenada North, you can plan a visit to Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Glenside
Though Glenside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Takapu Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Takapu Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore.
Grenada Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grenada Village and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Churton Park
Churton Park might not have many top sights, but Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
