Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Wellington

Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing
Wellington which includes food
Wellington which includes a pond and a bridge as well as a couple
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Popular places to visit

Michael Fowler Centre showing a bay or harbour, modern architecture and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(1 review)

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
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Wellington Cable Car showing railway items

Wellington Cable Car

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden.

Wellington Cable Car
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
City Gallery Wellington showing street scenes and a city

City Gallery Wellington

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery.

City Gallery Wellington
Wellington Town Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Wellington Town Hall

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Town Hall

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,245
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿223
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,651
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,020
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Time for a rest.

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

฿3,616
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours, check out Wellingtons latest Car Museum, Cars Inc

Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples

฿3,060
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples
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Top hotels in Wellington CBD

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,857 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
฿2,857
per night
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (1,622 reviews)
Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,754 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
฿2,754
per night
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (1,396 reviews)
Room was clean and close to town. Washer dryer was great for doing a load of washing.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is ฿3,171 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿3,171
per night
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great service, clean and tidy room

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Bolton Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street Wellington NZ
The price is ฿2,696 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿2,696
per night
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Location, everything on top and everyday free cookies .

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,833 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
฿1,833
per night
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room, if a little dated in style.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

ibis Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is ฿4,964 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
฿4,964
per night
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

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
Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
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
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 Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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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

Wellington CBD Travel Guide