Aro Valley Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

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

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

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

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.

Zealandia
Visit this protected eco-park for a taste of pre-historic New Zealand before the arrival of humans.
Activities

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

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

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Our pick of the best Aro Valley Hotel Deals

Willis Wellington Hotel
Staff customer service was exceptional
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for flights.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Rydges Wellington
Receptionist and concierge extremely helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Our room was clean and spacious. The location is so convenient that is walkable to Lambton Quay where you can dine, shopping and shop for your grocery. The cable tram station is also there. If you drive to the hotel, make sure to book the hotel parking in advance. Otherwise, you will need to park ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on 13 Nov 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 Museum of Wellington City and Sea 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.
Aro Valley Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Aro Valley?
- Hotels Near Wellington, Greater Wellington
- Which hotel chains are in Aro Valley?
- More holiday ideas
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Zealandia
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- Lambton Quay
- Massey University
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Wellington Zoo
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Waitangi Park
- Beehive
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- St James Theatre
- Oriental Parade
- The Opera House
- Trentham Racecourse
- Botanic Gardens
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
- Newtown Park
- Eastbourne Beach
- Parliament House
- Museum of Wellington City and Sea
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