Glenside 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.
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.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Top hotels in Glenside
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Amazing reception staff, who let us check in early, very friendly and helpful. The room was also clean, spacious and had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
We often stay here when we are travelling. The hotel is comfortable and clean. We don’t have breakfast as we are usually on an early morning flight but have dinner which has been good. The staff are always helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Lovely
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Bolton Hotel
Excellent service, spotless, great location. 5 minutes walk to Parliament building . Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and comfortable, had everything we needed and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location and surprisingly quiet considering there was a lot on in Wellington that weekend. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Glenside
Grenada Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grenada Village and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
Churton Park
Churton Park might not have many top sights, but Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grenada North
When in Grenada North, you can plan a visit to Petone Foreshore and Wellington City Walkways, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Horokiwi
While Horokiwi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Petone Foreshore and Wellington City Walkways.
Tawa
Tawa is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Petone Foreshore or Wellington City Walkways.
Linden
While Linden isn't home to many top sights, Wellington City Walkways and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some notable places to visit nearby.
