Newlands Travel Guide

Wellington

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Wellington Zoo

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.

Wellington Zoo
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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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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

฿25,311
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour

฿4,780
Per adult
Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour
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7-Day Coasts and Culture From Auckland

฿43,431
Per adult
7-Day Coasts and Culture From Auckland
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Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

฿4,345
Per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
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Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

฿2,064
Per adult
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour
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From Source to Sea Remutaka Mountain Bike Cycle Tour

฿3,693
Per adult
From Source to Sea Remutaka Mountain Bike Cycle Tour
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Top hotels in Newlands

ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿2,305 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,305
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The location is great. The dinner menu is a bit hopeless for oldies that don't go for large meals"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

ibis Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,707 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿2,707
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (1,047 reviews)
"The James cook is a great hotel. Convenient to down town and great car parking. Staff very friendly and efficient"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is ฿3,360 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿3,360
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Very clean, tidy, and quiet. Lovely spacious rooms with great views."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is ฿2,468 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,468
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (477 reviews)
"Lovely stay, will stay next time I am in Wellington"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Naumi Studio Wellington
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿3,497 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿3,497
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great
"Great place and convenient to CBD"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is ฿3,851 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿3,851
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean room. Quite small and no electric blankets. Close to airport checkin. Easy check in and out. Lovely staff"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Rydges Wellington Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Newlands

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Johnsonville

Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Johnsonville
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Petone

4/5(7 area reviews)

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

Petone
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 Beehive are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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 St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
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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 featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD

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