Wellington Waterfront

Wellington

Wellington featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city
Wellington featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city
Wellington Waterfront showing a coastal town and a sunset
Wellington showing night scenes, a bay or harbor and a city
Wellington Waterfront which includes a city, a river or creek and night scenes

Popular places to visit

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
TSB Arena featuring modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

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

TSB Bank Arena
Museum of Wellington City and Sea which includes signage and a square or plaza

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Frank Kitts Park showing a playground and a city as well as a small group of people

Frank Kitts Park

Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Frank Kitts Park

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Learn about the events happening at Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Queen's Wharf Event Centre

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

P422
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

P6,153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

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

P6,856
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

P2,074
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

P3,867
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zealandia Twilight Tour
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

P10,372
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
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Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is P6,939 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P6,939
P7,980 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
The treats in our room for our anniversary was such a special treat 😊💕 the spa and pool were fantastic to use and the breakfast was delicious

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington

QT Wellington

5 out of 5
90 Cable Street Wellington
The price is P9,270 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P9,270
P10,661 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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 in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

QT Wellington
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW

4 out of 5
181 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is P8,707 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P8,707
P10,013 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (421 reviews)
Great location and preface for dog friendly. Thank you

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is P6,966 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
P6,966
P8,011 total
Mar 14 - Mar 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! (1,002 reviews)
Easy access to airport

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is P4,378 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P4,378
P5,034 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (1,702 reviews)
Lovely room on the 21st floor.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is P6,061 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P6,061
P6,970 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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! (1,004 reviews)
Really enjoyed our stay at this hotel! Very friendly and helpful staff, great food in restaurant!! The room was very clean and comfortable!!

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.

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
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

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
Wellington Fountain

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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Kelburn

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

Kelburn
Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . Taken from Mt Victoria with a Nikon FE2, Nikkor 105mm f1.8 , Ektar 100 film www.benhowe.co.nz #wellington #harbour #boat #rainbow #ektar100 #nikonFE2 #nikkor105mmf1.8 #35mmfilm #analog #film

Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria
St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Thorndon

While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library.

Thorndon

Wellington Waterfront