Glenside Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Wellington Central Business District
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
The Weta Cave
Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Top hotels in Glenside
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Brilliant central location with parking.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great location for an early morning deoarture the next day Plenty of parking to drop off luggage & check-in
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
We booked a room with night of parking. Nice to have washer dryer although we did not use it. Comforetable room
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
General vibe of the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
ibis Wellington
Overall generally a good modestbpriced hotel. Decent room, and great location
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glenside
Grenada Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grenada Village and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Churton Park
Churton Park might not have many top sights, but Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grenada North
When in Grenada North, you can plan a visit to Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Horokiwi
While Horokiwi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
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 Queensgate Shopping Centre or Petone Foreshore.
Linden
While Linden isn't home to many top sights, Wellington City Walkways and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some notable places to visit nearby.
