Wellington CBD
![Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58755-Wellington.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Civic Square
Relax outdoors in the center of Wellington, surrounded by public artworks and some of the city’s most iconic buildings.
Things to do
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
![ibis Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892500/892402/04ce554f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/f3d33d05_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
![Bolton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1158200/1158140/a1d8fb23_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2024
![DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19858900/19858858/w2880h3828x0y11-f9b9ca8d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
![Novotel Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/871600/871542/a8d2f910_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2024
![Park Hotel Lambton Quay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92970000/92965700/92965673/f3953fbf_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
![Wellington showing a sunset, a bridge and a bay or harbor](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180651-Wellington-Waterfront.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Carter Observatory which includes interior views, modern architecture and an observatory](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44114-Carter-Observatory.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Zealandia and Botanic Gardens.
![St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58786-St-Pauls-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Thorndon
While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral.
![Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58668-Courtenay-Place.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Old St Paul\'s showing a church or cathedral and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44112-Old-St-Pauls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Beehive are top sights worth seeing.
![Wellington Fountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eb1bd76f8d3b3e0c7151c12303c1db87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.