Kaiwharawhara Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Wellington Zoo
Get up close to cuddly big cats, playful pandas, elegant giraffes and cheeky gibbons at the country's oldest zoo.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Exclusive Wellington Sightseeing Private Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour
From Source to Sea Remutaka Mountain Bike Cycle Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Kaiwharawhara
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Beehive are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Zealandia and Botanic Gardens.
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.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- Wellington Zoo
- Lambton Quay
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- Wellington Cable Car
- TSB Bank Arena
- Oriental Bay Beach
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Beehive
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- Petone Foreshore
- Trentham Racecourse
- Civic Square