Karori Travel Guide

Wellington

Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
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Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

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

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.

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

Cuba Street Mall

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

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

Courtenay Place

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

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 showing a bay or harbour, modern architecture and night scenes

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.

Michael Fowler Centre

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,267
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿224
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,662
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

฿653
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

฿3,641
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,027
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
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Top hotels in Karori

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,343 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,343
฿2,694 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,609 reviews)
"Great place. Staff are amazing. Excellent food. Clean"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 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 ฿3,189 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,189
฿3,668 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Happy to stay again. having a sea view would have made it perfect."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is ฿3,447 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,447
฿3,964 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,008 reviews)
"The room is clean and very trendy. Nice views of the hinterland which is where the sunsets. The tram and shopping at Pacific Fair are a very short walk."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿2,884 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,884
฿3,316 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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)
"Check in was easy and location is convenient walk around the city. Room was looking tired and the breakfast was very disappointing for the ridges"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Rydges Wellington
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 ฿2,563 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿2,563
฿2,947 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (1,368 reviews)
"Good central location"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro,, Wellington, Wellington
The price is ฿2,703 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,703
฿3,109 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (893 reviews)
"Very good options for shopping and eating"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Karori

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
Wellington featuring 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
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Brooklyn

4/5(1 area review)

Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Brooklyn
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 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

4.5/5(47 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
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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

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