Kilbirnie Travel Guide

Wellington

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Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall showing café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington Central Business District

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
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
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
Lambton Quay

Lambton Quay

4.5/5(16 reviews)

During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lambton Quay

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,431
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

฿1,745
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

฿28,134
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Tour in Wellington

฿2,451
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour in Wellington
Cable car over Auckland at dusk

3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour

฿24,998
per adult
3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour
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All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

฿7,254
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
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Top hotels in Kilbirnie

Brentwood Hotel

Brentwood Hotel

3.5 out of 5
16-20 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie, Wellington
The price is ฿3,021 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿3,021
฿3,474 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Location was good, and rooms were decent. Hotel in general was very noisy, and crowded at times due to multiple conferences running simultaneously. Reception lovely and very helpful."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Brentwood Hotel
U Suites Kilbirnie

U Suites Kilbirnie

3.5 out of 5
66 Bay Road, Wellington
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and Netflix. Popular attractions Te Papa and Interislander ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (25 reviews)
"The room was ideal and a good size for a family of 4. We didn’t realise that the only parking available was in the main street of Kilbirnie where it is located. It was a bit noisey at night from the extractor fans from the bar’s kitchen below right outside our window. Apart from that, it all went ..."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,268 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿2,268
฿2,609 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,509 reviews)
"Great check-in. Front of house staff were friendly and polite."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,381 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿3,381
฿3,888 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very quiet. Comfy bed. Good shower."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿3,196 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,196
฿3,675 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is ฿3,105 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,105
฿3,571 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Good hotel in great location
"For a family group the room we chose, with one queen and two single beds was ideal. The room was tidy and clean. The location is very handy for the Te Papa end of Wellington too. Parking is available for a fee on a first come, first served basis."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Kilbirnie

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Lyall Bay

Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.

Lyall Bay
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Newtown
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Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai
Weta Workshop showing interior views and art

Miramar

Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.

Miramar
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a city

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook

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