Houghton Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Houghton Bay
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: 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
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Our pick of the best Houghton Bay Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Very convenient hotel. Friendly staff. Comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for flights.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Lovely
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on 13 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
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location. Clean room. Comfy bed.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Bay
Island Bay
Highlights of Island Bay include its fantastic nightlife, captivating waterfront views and popular shops. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Island Bay Beach is a top sight to visit.
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Miramar
Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.
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.
Houghton Bay Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Wellington, Greater Wellington
- Which hotel chains are in Houghton Bay?
- More holiday ideas
- Princess Beach
- Houghton Bay Beach
- 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
- Botanic Gardens
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
- Newtown Park
- Eastbourne Beach
- Parliament House
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