Wellington CBD Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Wellington Cable Car
Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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.
City Gallery Wellington
Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta 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
Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Yes was great
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Bolton Hotel
My daughters and I stayed there for three nights and had a wonderful stay. The hotel is close to everything, the staff were lovely, and we really enjoyed the amenities, especially the spa, gym, swimming pool, and sauna.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
ibis Wellington
Great stay. Excellent breakfast. Rooms are ok. Staff are super friendly. Located in the heart of Wellington. Overall highly recommend
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Good central location for the dockside. Breakfast was good and could order separately. Very comfortable bed
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
The apartment was very good, clean, comfortable had all you need for a short stay and making simple meals. Very handy for central Wellington and parking on site. Helpful staff and clean rooms. Don’t expect a view, its surrounded by multistorey carparks and the back of other hotels. Biut very few ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Lovely view, kind staff, comfortable bed. A few things in the room didn’t work like the bathroom light, but overall it was a good stay. I really appreciated the blackout curtains, extra blankets, and the views. The area was superb with wonderful shopping, dining, walking options. Many things in reach, ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library 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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Old St Paul's are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
