Te Aro Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
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.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Waitangi Park
Explore the great outdoors at Waitangi Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Bucket Fountain
Bucket Fountain 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 theatre scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Top hotels in Te Aro
Oaks Wellington Hotel
We checked in after midnight. The staff was very friendly, helped us park and then waived parking fee.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Close to town
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi is a wonderful classy establishment with a sense of style. The staff are attentive and caring. The room was clean and neat and the resetting of the room was done promptly and with no fuss. The restaurant has delicious and inventive meals and drinks at a reasonable price. The location is nice ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Naumi Hotel Wellington
Loved our stay, friendly staff with an upbeat art-deco vibe to every corner of this hotel and great location, walkable to the entire city.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Very friendly staff and felt looked after, very nice room, comfortable, easy walk for dining
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Great stay, beautiful room and a very kind staff. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro
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, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
