Newtown Travel Guide
Wellington





Visit Newtown
Stay near popular Newtown attractions
Things to do

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Wellington Coastal Self Drive Tour with an APP
Top hotels in Newtown

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
"Great place to stay, especially if you have family coming through for out of region surgery as located directly across the road from the hospital with supermarket and local shops within walking distance. Property was clean, cozy and comfortable, parking out the back was super easy/accessible + staff ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Southgate Motor Inn
"Friendly staff & clean rooms, spa bath in family room was a bonus"
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Beautiful setting and wonderful room and loved the harbour lounge. Thanks for a lovely stay. Will come again. The shower was good and I would have liked more pressure from the force of water in shower. But that’s only minor to the awesome time we had."
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Thanks"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Rydges Wellington
"The hotel was nice and clean! I have no chance to use their amenities but overall it was good."
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Where to stay in Newtown

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

Te Aro
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.

Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

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.

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



















