Aro Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Te Papa
Engage your senses with a trip to this New Zealand museum, home to the national art collection and interactive exhibits on everything from nature to Māori legend.

Wellington Central Business District
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

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.
Activities

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
Our pick of the best Aro Valley Hotel Deals

Willis Wellington Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

ibis Wellington
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aro Valley

Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Te Aro
Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

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

Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington Waterfront
The abundant dining options and interesting 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.
- Places of interest
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- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- TSB Bank Arena
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Lambton Quay
- The Weta Cave
- Massey University
- Zealandia
- St James Theatre
- Wellington Zoo
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- Beehive
- The Opera House
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Oriental Parade
- Petone Foreshore
- Botanic Gardens
- Archives New Zealand
- Newtown Park
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Trentham Racecourse
- Basin Reserve
- Plimmerton Beach
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