Maupuia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
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.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Activities
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
Our pick of the best Maupuia Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great spot, central to the city"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"A bit like your own private Koru lounge. Great spot if you have an early flight out of Wellye especially if you have to drop off a rental car. Only gripe was the large number of empty room service trays in the hallway on the way to the room. Apart from that it is a great option if you're tight on ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Shower pressure wasn't great."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Bring your earplugs and be prepared for cold showers. The walls are very thin, hot water broke down, but staff were exceptional"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"The room was exactly as advertised"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"The staff were very helpful and willingness to go over and beyond made our stay worth while."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maupuia
Miramar
Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Rongotai
While Rongotai may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like ASB Sports Centre and Wellington Zoo.
