Wellington CBD Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
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.
Wellington Cable Car
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 Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
City Gallery Wellington
Indulge your creative side at this free art gallery, home to a wide range of fascinating and eye-catching works.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.
Activities
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Guided City Tour with 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 Wellington CBD Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Efficient and friendly central Wellington location.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
ibis Wellington
Location is very good , breakfast is ok
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
We needed a place with good value in CBD Wellington and this place fit the bill. It was dated and the shower could use a little work round the corners but it was fine for us and convenient for everything we wanted to do in Wellington. Walkable to everything including cable car, downtown, beaches, ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
A early check in availability made a huge difference to my stay. Thank you. The room and bath room were clean and equipped with all I needed. The staff made an extra effort to ensure I received an important telephone message (phone, text, AND note under the door) Thank you
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Bolton Hotel
No sauna or jacuzzi, no mention of this when I booked, asked if they would upgrade me as a guester of good will. Flat out NO. Rude GM on site. Will not stay there again
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Superb
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library 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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Hnry Stadium and Archives New Zealand 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.
