Te Aro Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

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.

Waitangi Park
Explore the great outdoors at Waitangi Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Bucket Fountain
Bucket Fountain 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 theatre scene in this walkable area.
Activities

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
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Oaks Wellington Hotel
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Naumi Studio Wellington
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Naumi Hotel Wellington
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Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro

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.

Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout 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.

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

Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
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