Thorndon

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St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
National Library showing modern architecture and signage
National Library featuring modern architecture
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring signage
St Paul\'s Cathedral showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Popular places to visit

St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

St Paul's Cathedral

Built over nearly half a century, this earthquake-proof cathedral is filled with stunning works of art and is among the most sacred sites in Wellington.

St Paul's Cathedral
National Library featuring modern architecture

National Library

See the vast collection of books and use the interactive exhibits to learn about a young nation’s history at New Zealand’s most important library.

National Library
Te Papa which includes night scenes, modern architecture and theater scenes

Te Papa

Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

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

Cuba Street Mall

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

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 scene in this walkable area.

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

Courtenay Place

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

Courtenay Place

Things to do

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

P5,834
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

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

P6,500
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

P2,960
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wellington: Original LOTR Half Day Experience with Weta

Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta

P5,819
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

P9,810
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

P1,829
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
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Top hotels in Thorndon

WQ Wellington Quarter

WQ Wellington Quarter

3.5 out of 5
24 Hawkestone St Wellington
The price is P4,161 per night from Nov 28 to Nov 29
P4,161
P4,786 total
Nov 28 - Nov 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great value for money. Small room, but clean and everything we needed. Great location. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

WQ Wellington Quarter
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is P5,223 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
P5,223
P6,007 total
Dec 5 - Dec 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,624 reviews)
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Reviewed on Nov 9, 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 P5,882 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
P5,882
P6,765 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Very nice room

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is P5,766 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
P5,766
P6,631 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
We did not eat breakfast. However we did eat dinner. The Pork Belly was one of the best I have eaten recently and its size was beyond comparison

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,911 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
P4,911
P5,647 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,386 reviews)
Everything was clean and comfortable. Washer/Dryer had a button that didn’t work, so the setting we were instructed to use wouldn’t work. Everything else was great!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is P5,769 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
P5,769
P6,634 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Lovely quiet place to stay

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Bolton Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Thorndon

Old St Paul\'s showing a church or cathedral and street scenes

Pipitea

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

Pipitea
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea.

Wellington CBD
Carter Observatory showing interior views, an observatory and modern architecture

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
Wellington featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating 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
Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.

Te Aro
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Oriental Bay

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay

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