Makara Travel Guide
Wellington




Stay near popular Makara attractions
Things to do

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Top hotels in Makara

Rydges Wellington Airport

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Great location, nice staff, clean and spacious room. Good price for the stay."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Rydges Wellington

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

ibis Wellington
Where to stay in Makara

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

Te Aro
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.

Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

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.

Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
















