Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing
Wellington featuring food
Wellington showing a pond and a bridge as well as a couple
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington

Popular places to visit

Michael Fowler Centre featuring modern architecture, a bay or harbour and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(70 reviews)

Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.

Michael Fowler Centre
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(144 reviews)

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Wellington Cable Car showing railway items

Wellington Cable Car

4.5/5(585 reviews)

Take a ride on one of Wellington’s iconic cable cars for a great way to see the city as well as to reach the big attractions.

Wellington Cable Car
City Gallery Wellington which includes street scenes and a city

City Gallery Wellington

4/5(13 reviews)

Indulge your creative side at this free art gallery, home to a wide range of fascinating and eye-catching works.

City Gallery Wellington
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Wellington Town Hall which includes heritage architecture and an administrative building

Wellington Town Hall

4/5(5 reviews)

Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Town Hall

Activities

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

AU$10
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$151
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

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

AU$169
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
View of Miramar from Mt Vic

Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion

AU$169
per adult
Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$77
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zealandia Twilight Tour
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Our pick of the best Wellington CBD Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$150 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$150
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,630 reviews)
Room and amenities provided excellent rest and privacy

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$116 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
AU$116
20 Dec - 21 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,405 reviews)
Great hotel - very comfortable, clean with friendly staff.

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is AU$164 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$164
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Love The Bolton! Great rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good location.

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Bolton Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street Wellington NZ
The price is AU$149 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$149
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The staff on the desk were fantastic and very friendly and helpful with the parking instructions. Made great first impressions. The room was HUGE and spotless. The bed was extremely comfy after a large night celebrating. Breakfast was ok and I had zero complaints and actually the coffee was pretty ...

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is AU$258 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$258
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Just fine, not great.

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$79 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$79
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
good

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset

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
Carter Observatory which includes modern architecture, interior views and an observatory

Kelburn

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

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

Thorndon

4/5(162 area reviews)

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

Thorndon
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
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 Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Oriental Bay

4.5/5(270 area reviews)

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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