Pipitea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
New Zealand Parliament Buildings
In these modern, Edwardian and Gothic-styled buildings, historic events and people shaped the political life of New Zealand.
Beehive
Explore the corridors of power on a tour of the unique beehive-shaped home of New Zealand’s Parliament.
Parliament House
You can find out about the history of Wellington with a trip to Parliament House. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Old St Paul's
Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines.
Activities
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Our pick of the best Pipitea Hotel Deals
Rydges Wellington
"The bed is really comfortable and the room is spacious. Great location in Wellington near the quay and shopping district"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
"Great place and welcoming staff! Thanks so much - can’t wait to see the upgrades."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Quest on Thorndon
"Very lovely friendly check in and greeting and the apartment was comfortable, spacious and very quiet. It was very convenient and close to restaurants, cafes and supermarkets and a short walk from the ferry terminal and train station. I will stay here again"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Fabulous stay, clean tidy rooms with attentive staff. Buffett breakfast was amazing, plenty to choose from for our 6 night stay. Highly recommend staying here, thank you so much!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"perfect location and clean room"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"The room was exactly as advertised"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pipitea
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library 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.
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
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.
