Aro Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wellington showing street scenes and heritage architecture
Wellington which includes café scenes, heritage architecture and street scenes
Wellington featuring heritage architecture as well as an individual female
Wellington which includes street scenes and heritage architecture
Aro Valley

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Te Papa
Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

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.

Wellington Central Business District
Cuba Street Mall which includes café lifestyle and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

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

TSB Bank Arena
Michael Fowler Centre featuring modern architecture, a bay or harbour and night scenes

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.

Michael Fowler Centre

Activities

Time for a rest.

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

AU$176
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$158
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

AU$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,293
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour

AU$225
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour
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Our pick of the best Aro Valley Hotel Deals

Willis Wellington Hotel

Willis Wellington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
355 Willis St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$84 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$84
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
OK for the price
"Hotel is fairly old - needs a renovation but has an earthquake prone notice on front door - it was fine for the price."

Reviewed on 1 Sep. 2025

Willis Wellington Hotel
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is AU$163 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$163
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Location is very good and the view over the harbour was lovely. We liked that the bathroom separated to two beds so felt more like an apartment. Not enough seating for a potential of 4 guests and the shower flooded onto the bathroom floor. Also the bathroom ceiling needs a paint. Appreciated having ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$129 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$129
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,565 reviews)
"An easy option for a midnight arrival in a car. The entrance is right on the lights so you just drive right in off the motorway."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$177 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$177
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It would be nice, and not expensive, to have some cable tv/ movie options."

Reviewed on 1 Sep. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$112 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$112
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,346 reviews)
Decent for the price
"Well priced and really clean.... strange and slightly overpowering smell of air fresher in the room though. Good facilities"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is AU$184 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$184
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (970 reviews)
"Perfect for late night arrivals or early departure"

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Aro Valley

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Brooklyn

Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Brooklyn
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 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
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook
Carter Observatory which includes modern architecture, interior views and an observatory

Kelburn

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

Kelburn
Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

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
Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset

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.

Wellington Waterfront

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