Glenside Travel Guide

Wellington

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington Central Business District

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Cuba Street Mall showing café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Michael Fowler Centre showing a bay or harbour, modern architecture and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(1 review)

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

Courtenay Place

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

TSB Bank Arena

Things to do

Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

฿6,372
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,431
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,745
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Lord of Rings Half Day Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

฿3,725
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

฿7,254
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
Zealandia Nature Sanctuary Daytime Walking Tour

Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour

฿1,176
per traveller
Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Glenside

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,304 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿2,304
฿2,650 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,482 reviews)
"None"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is ฿3,290 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿3,290
฿3,783 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Awesome place for easy access to the airport terminal. Parking was super easy and convenient."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,246 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,246
฿3,733 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Good stay. Good service. Overall good. My room needed a little love but otherwise comfy bed and good facilities."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is ฿3,222 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,222
฿3,706 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Stayed here several times and it never disappints"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,995 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿1,995
฿2,294 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,299 reviews)
"Absolutely loved Gilmer ... Fantastic from the minute I arrived. Room amazing ...clean, stylish, just excellent!! Staff friendly and informative about the local area. Easy to get to Lambton Quay. I will DEFINITELY stay here again!!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,557 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿2,557
฿2,941 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (788 reviews)
"Always a great stay right in the centre of Cuba street. Wonderful staff and just a perfect simple but elegant room and property."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Glenside

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Johnsonville

Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Johnsonville
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Tawa

Tawa is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Petone Foreshore or Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

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

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views

Kelburn

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

Kelburn

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