Kaiwharawhara 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.

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

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

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

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
Our pick of the best Kaiwharawhara Hotel Deals

Willis Wellington Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

ibis Wellington
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kaiwharawhara

Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Crofton Downs
While there might not be top attractions in Crofton Downs, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden and Interislander Ferry Terminal.

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.

Wilton
If you're spending some time in Wilton, Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden and Otari-Wilton’s Bush are top sights worth seeing.

Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
- 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
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Lambton Quay
- Massey University
- The Weta Cave
- Zealandia
- St James Theatre
- Wellington Zoo
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- The Opera House
- Beehive
- Oriental Parade
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Petone Foreshore
- Archives New Zealand
- Botanic Gardens
- Newtown Park
- Trentham Racecourse
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Basin Reserve
- Plimmerton Beach