Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

Wellington

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge
Wellington Waterfront showing a coastal town and a sunset
Wellington featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a city
Wellington Waterfront which includes a city, a river or creek and night scenes

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

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.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Frank Kitts Park showing a playground and a city as well as a small group of people

Frank Kitts Park

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Frank Kitts Park

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.

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

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.

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Rp1.775.861
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

Rp1.978.817
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

Rp1.116.256
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zealandia Twilight Tour
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

Rp2.993.594
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Wellington’s Historical Walking Odyssey

Wellington’s Historical Walking Odyssey

Rp2.536.944
per adult
Wellington’s Historical Walking Odyssey
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Rp2.232.511
per adult
Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour
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Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is Rp1.987.440 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.987.440
Rp2.285.556 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
Fantastic stay with friends

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street Wellington
The price is Rp2.173.354 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.173.354
Rp2.499.357 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

QT Wellington
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4 out of 5
181 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is Rp2.493.945 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.493.945
Rp2.868.037 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (426 reviews)
Very clean, apartment A, was a great size. Amenities were just what we were looking for. Thankful for the tea, coffee and milk on arrival❤️

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is Rp1.766.613 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.766.613
Rp2.031.605 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The room was spotless

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is Rp1.472.816 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
Rp1.472.816
Rp1.693.719 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (1,706 reviews)
Very comfortable bed and pillows. The room was quiet even for a stormy night. The reception staff were friendly and helpful. And the room service staff were courteous and kind.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
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The price is Rp1.619.609 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.619.609
Rp1.862.550 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
The view

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

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
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

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
Wellington Fountain

Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . Taken from Mt Victoria with a Nikon FE2, Nikkor 105mm f1.8 , Ektar 100 film www.benhowe.co.nz #wellington #harbour #boat #rainbow #ektar100 #nikonFE2 #nikkor105mmf1.8 #35mmfilm #analog #film

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Thorndon

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

Thorndon

Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide