Petone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
The Weta Cave
Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.
Activities
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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
Our pick of the best Petone Hotel Deals
Settlers Motor Lodge
Very comfy bed, good shower and good size room. Very well priced. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Clean and comfortable. A bit street noise and the room smelled of old carpet.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Quest Petone
Very well laid out rooms. Excellent amenity. Lovely staff. This place was ideal for our family stay
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Midway Pacifica Lodge
All good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Clean room, hotel handy in Wellington city , very walkable Breakfast good range of different options..
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms are great we had a family unit. Food in the Peloton was great
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Petone
Johnsonville
Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
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 National Library are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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