Wellington Waterfront
Wellington
Visit Wellington Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.
Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Queen's Wharf Event Centre
Learn about the events happening at Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
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 Waterfront
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Hotel is in a great location and rooms were very clean , but felt dated and needed a refresh . Kids loved the pool and spa and was nice it’s open later as due to the time difference for us was nice to use it later in the night
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
QT Wellington
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Aircon not functioning well. Asked for help in adjusting. Didn't happen. Telephone not working, had to go to reception to ask for blanket
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Rydges Wellington
Staff were friendly, breakfast had decent choices, room had everything I needed for a short stay
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and the washer and dryer were good to have
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront
Wellington CBD
While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea.
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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade 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.
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 Khandallah Park.
