Takapu Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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

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

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Our pick of the best Takapu Valley Hotel Deals

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Willis Wellington Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Takapu Valley

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.

Khandallah
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Khandallah and surrounding area, you can visit Interislander Ferry Terminal and Sky Stadium.

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

Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.

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

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.