Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Wellington Waterfront
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.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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.
Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
New Zealand Portrait Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at New Zealand Portrait Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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 Wellington Waterfront
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
The hotel was clean, quiet, the staff was friendly and the breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
QT Wellington
The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable! After a long day of traveling, we decided to valet park and it was worth it rather than finding another parking garage and knowing it was safe in their hands we kept our bigger luggage in the car. They allowed us ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Photos on booking site make it look okay but the reality is dingy and jaded accommodation. Spend you money in a proper hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A great place to stay, The James Cook Is our go to, when in Wellington. Thank you.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very tidy and clean room
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington
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Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena 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.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
