Te Aro Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
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.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
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.
St James Theatre
Enjoy a performance at St James Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Top hotels in Te Aro
Naumi Studio Wellington
General vibe of the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Boulcott Suites
Excellent quality accommodation, with parking facility, located very centrally in Wellington's CBD. Amenities included kitchen hob, microwave and washing machine. The studio was great for our 2-Night stay. Guests should be aware, however, that no housekeeping is included for stays up to 7 Nights ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Naumi Hotel Wellington
Generally a very good stay in all aspects excepting that the shower is ridiculously poorly designed, to the extent I wouldn’t book again if I had other comparable offerings
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Awesome staff!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Room was clean and tidy. Only let down was I stayed 2 nights and on day two I didn’t have anyone come change towels or anything so I couldn’t have a shower before I checked out. Other then that very good
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Clean comfortable room.Friendly helpful staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
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.
