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.
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.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
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.
Activities
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
Our pick of the best Kilbirnie Hotel Deals
Brentwood Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
U Suites Kilbirnie
Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kilbirnie
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Miramar
Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- TSB Bank Arena
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Lambton Quay
- The Weta Cave
- Zealandia
- St James Theatre
- Wellington Zoo
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- Beehive
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Oriental Parade
- Petone Foreshore
- Botanic Gardens
- Trentham Racecourse
- Basin Reserve