Petone Travel Guide

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Petone

Popular places to visit

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Te Papa

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

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

Te Papa
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Cuba Street Mall

4/5(1,370 reviews)

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

Cuba Street Mall
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Wellington Central Business District

4/5(1,139 reviews)

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
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Courtenay Place

4/5(985 reviews)

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

Courtenay Place
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Wellington Zoo

4.5/5(125 reviews)

Get up close to cuddly big cats, playful pandas, elegant giraffes and cheeky gibbons at the country's oldest zoo.

Wellington Zoo
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Lambton Quay

4.5/5(847 reviews)

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.

Lambton Quay

Activities

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A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour

AU$640
Per adult
A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour
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Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour

AU$307
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,085
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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10 Day Northern Trail Haka Plus Tour

AU$4,099
Per adult
10 Day Northern Trail Haka Plus Tour
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7-Day Coasts and Culture From Auckland

AU$1,862
Per adult
7-Day Coasts and Culture From Auckland
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Exclusive Wellington Sightseeing Private Tour

AU$931
Per adult
Exclusive Wellington Sightseeing Private Tour
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Our pick of the best Petone Hotel Deals

Midway Pacifica Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge
3 out of 5
89 Hutt Road, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$115 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$115
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone Foreshore ...
5.2/10 (157 reviews)
"Close to main roads and ammenities needed"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Midway Pacifica Lodge
Quest Petone
Quest Petone
4 out of 5
40-42 Richmond Street, Petone, Lower Hutt, Wellington
The price is AU$140 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$140
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)
"Comfortable modern clean rooms, great location just off Jackson St. Have stayed a few times."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Quest Petone
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
4 out of 5
7 Tory St, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$192 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$192
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 4-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (495 reviews)
"Lovely room,quiet,and excellent hospitality and help from the owners"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Foreshore Motor Lodge
Foreshore Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
Cnr Esplanade & Nelson St, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$177 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$177
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (331 reviews)
"The place was central for our needs and comfortable and quiet. Good service."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Foreshore Motor Lodge
The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband
The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband
Petone
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lower Hutt. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Petone ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
ABSOLUTELY SENSATIONAL
"An absolute privilege and pleasure to stay in such a luxuriously renovated 1912 Hall. So large and spacious. Everything you you ever need. Three lovely bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, dining and living area. Washing machine and dryer. A place to park your car. Pure luxury. So close to everything, but ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

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The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband
Dupont Executive Motels
Dupont Executive Motels
4.5 out of 5
95 Hutt Road, Petone, Lower Hutt
The price is AU$172 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$172
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Lower Hutt. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (278 reviews)
"It was clean and tidy good location"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Petone

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Johnsonville

Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Johnsonville
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Beehive are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
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Oriental Bay

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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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