Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington showing night scenes, a city and a bay or harbour
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington showing a bay or harbour, a city and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Te Papa
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

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

TSB Bank Arena
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

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

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Frank Kitts Park

Frank Kitts Park

Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Frank Kitts Park

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening in Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Learn about the events happening in Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Activities

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
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
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
Exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours, check out Wellingtons latest Car Museum, Cars Inc

Half-Day Tour - Hops and Horsepower (Drink & Cars) in Wellington

AU$147
per adult
Half-Day Tour - Hops and Horsepower (Drink & Cars) in Wellington
Fully customizable tours

Fully customizable tours

AU$218
per traveller
Fully customizable tours
From American Muscle to Australian Race Cars & everything in between!

Hops and Horsepower (Drinks & Cars) - Full Day Tour

AU$249
per adult
Hops and Horsepower (Drinks & Cars) - Full Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Wellington Waterfront Hotel Deals

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street,, Te Aro,, Wellington
The price is AU$182 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$182
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"We enjoyed very much. Very unique decoration at the lobby but the room was modern and nice. swimming pool, gym, and spa we used. All good!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is AU$232 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$232
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 in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Absolutely Beautiful Art Collection
"Wow !!! This hotel been upgraded furnishing art so so beautiful. This art inspired my 13 year old grandson. We both had a lovely weekend and felt v special."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

QT Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$109 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$109
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
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is AU$157 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$157
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"So close to everything & we loved everything about our stay The view was fantastic"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$169 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$169
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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 helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Very convenient for early morning flights, comfy bed, efficient shower and competent staff."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$169 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$169
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Conveniently located."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

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.

Wellington CBD
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
Mount Victoria Lookout featuring night scenes, a marina and a bay or harbour

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
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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
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 Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon

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