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

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
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
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
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
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
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

Activities

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,277
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including Cable Car

AU$222
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including Cable Car
Best wine tasting tour

Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour

AU$258
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour
Recreate iconic scenes from the movie!

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all

AU$165
per adult
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
Cable car over Auckland at dusk

3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour

AU$1,134
per adult
3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

AU$200
per adult
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington
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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$110 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$110
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,586 reviews)
"The beds were comfy, room quiet and we had a great sleep. Close to Woolies. Close family-friendly restaurants closed on Sunday night. Room had no drinking water. But the best feature is the breakfast which was the best motel breakfast I've ever had."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 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$128 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$128
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,355 reviews)
"Very convenient to main sightseeing, shopping and food. EV charging spots and one blocked with a cone for our arrival. In a slightly odd back street with a cut through to an elevator to avoid the steep Gilmer steps. Quiet and comfortable."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street, 28 Grey Street, Wellington, NZ
The price is AU$149 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$149
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington
The price is AU$172 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$172
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Charming Hotel
"Great hotel in an excellent location with a very nice restaurant"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Bolton Hotel
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$103 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$103
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

ibis Wellington
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

4 out of 5
2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$119 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$119
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful. Room was clean. Location is convenient to access central city. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
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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

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

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

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.

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 Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Oriental Bay

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

Oriental Bay

Wellington CBD Travel Guide

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