Kelburn Travel Guide

Wellington

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Carter Observatory featuring an observatory and interior views
Carter Observatory which includes an observatory and interior views as well as an individual female
Carter Observatory featuring an observatory and interior views
Botanic Gardens featuring flowers and a park

Popular places to visit

Zealandia

Zealandia

5/5(4 reviews)

Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.

Zealandia
Botanic Gardens featuring flowers, forests and a park

Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(25 reviews)

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.

Botanic Gardens
Carter Observatory showing an observatory and interior views

Carter Observatory

3/5(1 review)

Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

Carter Observatory
Cable Car Museum which includes street scenes and a house

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

Cable Car Museum
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
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

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿219
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

฿1,093
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,075
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

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

฿3,552
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

฿1,366
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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Top hotels in Kelburn

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,126 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,126
฿2,444 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,660 reviews)
Room was clean

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

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 ฿2,880 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
฿2,880
฿3,312 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Didn't have breakfast, so no comment. The major restaurant was closed, but the Peltonen had a simple menu and their food was excellent. Well done to who ever is in charge of Food & Beverage there

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,633 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
฿2,633
฿3,028 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,421 reviews)
Amenities was a delightful surprise (laundry wash/dry facilities)

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿3,128 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
฿3,128
฿3,597 total
10 Jan - 11 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Gave an early check in on a cold rainy day

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿1,977 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
฿1,977
฿2,273 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

ibis Wellington
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is ฿2,336 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,336
฿2,686 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The hotel is nice if a little run down. The staff are excellent but the surroundings of the hotel are a little dicey.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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 National Library are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
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
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
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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Karori

While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Karori

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