Newlands Travel Guide

Wellington

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

฿3,375
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Tour in Wellington

฿2,411
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour in Wellington
Cable car over Auckland at dusk

3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour

฿24,592
per adult
3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour
Time for a rest.

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

฿3,761
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour

฿4,822
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour
Recreate iconic scenes from the movie!

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all

฿3,568
per adult
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
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Top hotels in Newlands

Newlands Court Motel

Newlands Court Motel

3 out of 5
96 Newlands road, Wellington
The price is ฿2,933 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿2,933
฿3,373 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Wellington. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal and Te ...
7.6/10 Good! (114 reviews)
"Would certainly come back. Excellent facilities, excellent service. Thank you."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Newlands Court Motel
Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

4 out of 5
1 Newlands Road, Wellington
The price is ฿3,843 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿3,843
฿4,419 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Interislander Ferry Terminal ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (186 reviews)
"An excellent location for the ferry. Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Capital Lodge Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,256 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,256
฿2,595 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,539 reviews)
"Close to Cable Car and dining options."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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 ฿2,487 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿2,487
฿2,860 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location within easy walking distance of Central Wellington. Staff very good and honest although the breakfast chef needs to lift his game as many of the trays for the breakfast buffe were either emopy or very close to."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Willis Wellington Hotel

Willis Wellington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
355 Willis St, Wellington
The price is ฿1,755 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿1,755
฿2,018 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Bed was very comfortable"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Willis Wellington Hotel
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿3,182 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,182
฿3,660 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Good value for money and helpful, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Newlands

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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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Petone

4/5(7 area reviews)

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Petone
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
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Wilton

If you're spending some time in Wilton, Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden and Otari-Wilton’s Bush are top sights worth seeing.

Wilton
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Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay

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