10 TOP Things to Do in Greater Wellington August 2026

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Activities

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

AU$65

per adult

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

AU$50

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

AU$70

per adult

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

AU$29

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

AU$91

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

AU$143

per adult

Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

AU$57

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$74

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

AU$49

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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What to do in Greater Wellington

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Hnry Stadium

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Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Our guide on where to stay in Greater Wellington

Find the best Greater Wellington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

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A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.

Mount Victoria

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

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