Kelburn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Victoria University of Wellington
Enjoy the student vibe at Victoria University of Wellington during your visit to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Zealandia
Visit this protected eco-park for a taste of pre-historic New Zealand before the arrival of humans.
Botanic Gardens
The combination of sweet scents, vibrant colour and sparkling water features make this beautiful garden a popular visit for tourists.
Carter Observatory
Learn about the origins of the universe, get your hands on rocks that have fallen directly from space, and take a journey to the outer reaches of the solar system.
Cable Car Museum
Visit this free museum to journey back to the start of the 20th century when the story of Wellington's cable car began.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Activities
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
Our pick of the best Kelburn Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Central located, pleasant rooms"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"Overnight stay as had a very early flight, boarding at 5.20am. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Hotel is attached to the airport we had checked in for our flight by 4.00am and went back in our room."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Very handy location, staff very friendly, great breakfast, spacious room and very comfortable bed"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Very convenient. Booked the parking which was excellent. The room provided everything needed when travelling. Great bed. Thanks"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Great location and friendly, professional staff. Room was exactly what we needed, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Perfect place to stay if you’re on a short time trip or even a long stay trip very convenient"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library 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.
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Hnry Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Karori
If you're spending some time in Karori, Karori Arts Centre and Wrights Hill Fortress are top sights worth seeing.
