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Popular places to visit

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.

TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

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

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

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Top hotels in Wellington CBD

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and the washer and dryer were good to have
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Clean, spacious room. Grand old building. Friendly staff and good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

ibis Wellington
Clean room, if a little dated in style.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Good
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
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 Parliament House 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.






