Wellington CBD
Wellington
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Wellington Cable Car
Take a ride on one of Wellington’s iconic cable cars for a great way to see the city as well as to reach the big attractions.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.
City Gallery Wellington
Indulge your creative side at this free art gallery, home to a wide range of fascinating and eye-catching works.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Excellent stay with lovely breakfast. Rooms very clean and staff very helpful. Easy access to shops and restaurants via a lift in the hotel.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
We had a parking pass and luckily there was one spot left. Not much of a view, but we were only there to sleep for 2 nights.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Bolton Hotel
Clean standard room
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Good stay as the hotel is right at the city centre with all good spots around ! Smiling and courteous staff ! Delicious buffet breakfast with added service to order some specialities at the table !
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
ibis Wellington
Breakfsst could use few more options, rooms clean but tired. A good overnight place. Suggest booking a park.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Clean room, helpful staff, very central could walk everywhere.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Thorndon
While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library.
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
