Te Aro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people
Te Aro
Te Papa showing interior views
Cuba Street Mall showing shopping and a city
Te Aro

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

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.

Te Papa
Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

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.

Wellington Central Business District
Cuba Street Mall which includes café lifestyle and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
Waitangi Park

Waitangi Park

Explore the great outdoors at Waitangi Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Waitangi Park
Bucket Fountain showing outdoor art and heritage architecture

Bucket Fountain

Bucket Fountain 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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Bucket Fountain

Activities

The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

NZ$175
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Recreate iconic scenes from the movie!

Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all

NZ$185
per adult
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

NZ$225
per adult
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington
Exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours, check out Wellingtons latest Car Museum, Cars Inc

Half-Day Tour - Hops and Horsepower (Drink & Cars) in Wellington

NZ$165
per adult
Half-Day Tour - Hops and Horsepower (Drink & Cars) in Wellington
From American Muscle to Australian Race Cars & everything in between!

Hops and Horsepower (Drinks & Cars) - Full Day Tour

NZ$280
per adult
Hops and Horsepower (Drinks & Cars) - Full Day Tour
The Weta Cave is full of movie magic, memorabilia & the starting point for your 90 min Weta Cave Experience

Filming locations of Lord of The Rings Tour with Guide

NZ$290
per adult
Filming locations of Lord of The Rings Tour with Guide
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Our pick of the best Te Aro Hotel Deals

Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro,, Wellington, Wellington
The price is NZ$163 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$163
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (861 reviews)
"Great staff and great location"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Naumi Studio Wellington
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
The price is NZ$167 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$167
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Location is excellent, will be back"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street,, Te Aro,, Wellington
The price is NZ$232 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$232
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We had a king sized apartment at Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT which is QT"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

4 out of 5
15 Tory Street, Te Aro, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$168 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$168
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and concierge services. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (646 reviews)
"Great stay always enjoy this hotel. It has a good gym and great location."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
U Boutique Hotel Wellington

U Boutique Hotel Wellington

3.5 out of 5
25 Frederick Street, Wellington
The price is NZ$100 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$100
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Te Papa and Interislander Ferry ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (722 reviews)
"Loved our stay at U Boutique Hotel. It had everything we needed, was spacious, comfy and luxurious but at an affordable price. The balcony with the spa was such an awesome addition to be able to have that peace and relaxation. Staff were responsive and efficient. Thanks so much!"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

U Boutique Hotel Wellington
Naumi Hotel Wellington

Naumi Hotel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
10 Dunlop Terrace, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
The price is NZ$229 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$229
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Naumi was amazing! Beautiful decor through the whole hotel including the rooms. Location was great."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Naumi Hotel Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro

Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset

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.

Wellington Waterfront
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook
Mount Victoria Lookout featuring night scenes, a marina and a bay or harbour

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
Wellington showing interior views and kayaking or canoeing

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.

Wellington CBD
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Oriental Bay

4.5/5(270 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
Carter Observatory which includes modern architecture, interior views and an observatory

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn

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