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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Wellington Zoo
Chill with the big cats, spend some quality time with the red pandas and hang with the gibbons at New Zealand's original zoo.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Activities
Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Our pick of the best Aro Valley Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024
![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 17 Jun. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Aro Valley
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Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Cuba Street Mall.
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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.
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Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Zealandia and Botanic Gardens.
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Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
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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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- More holiday ideas
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Wellington Zoo
- TSB Bank Arena
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Cable Car
- Massey University
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Beehive
- Newtown Park
- Zealandia
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- St James Theatre
- Basin Reserve
- Petone Foreshore
- Trentham Racecourse
- The Opera House
- Southern Cross Hospital
- ASB Sports Centre
- Eastbourne Beach
- Museum of Wellington City and Sea