Kelburn Travel Guide

Wellington

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We spent a week on the North Island of New Zealand (our 9th country) in 2014...starting in Auckland and ending in Wellington. This shot is from the top of the cable car looking out over the city. #lens4change
Very worthwhile if in Wellington
The iconic Wellington cable car pic. Had to do it. Definitely worth the effort for the view! The ride is fun too with lights in the tunnels :)
View from the Botanic Gardens

Popular places to visit

Victoria University's Law School in Wellington, New Zealand

Victoria University of Wellington

Enjoy the student vibe at Victoria University of Wellington during your visit to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Victoria University of Wellington
Zealandia

Zealandia

Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.

Zealandia
Botanic Gardens featuring flowers, forests and a park

Botanic Gardens

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.

Botanic Gardens
Carter Observatory showing an observatory and interior views

Carter Observatory

Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

Carter Observatory
Cable Car Museum which includes street scenes and a house

Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

Cable Car Museum
Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand

Interislander Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Interislander Ferry Terminal

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿223
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,258
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,657
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

฿326
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package
Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

฿3,115
per adult
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

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

฿3,631
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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Top hotels in Kelburn

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,535 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿2,535
฿2,916 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,714 reviews)
Everything was amazing - v clean, v comfortable n very convinient except one of the elevators sounded like it was going to breakdown. Had a few scary moments w strange sounds.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿3,445 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿3,445
฿3,962 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Easy for an early flight out!

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿3,127 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿3,127
฿3,597 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Soft beds (King in our case), clean, large room and bathroom...and incredible breakfast buffet!

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿3,162 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
฿3,162
฿3,636 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,490 reviews)
The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is ฿3,319 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
฿3,319
฿3,817 total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
The room was well appointed. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful. Would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others!

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Bolton Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ฿2,585 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
฿2,585
฿2,973 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Cool vibey hotel in an excellent location, would stay again!

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.

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.

Wellington CBD
St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
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
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

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
Good morning!

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
Pied Shag, shaking off the water after a dive for a fish lunch

Karori

If you're spending some time in Karori, Karori Arts Centre and Wrights Hill Fortress are top sights worth seeing.

Karori

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