Te Aro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street with a rainbow-colored bike lane, storefronts, and a Cuba St sign.
A colorful building with a red facade, a green door, and a small porch area.
A record store with vinyl records on shelves and a turntable in the foreground.
A modern building with a large billboard advertising an animation exhibition.
A tall building with a fingerprint design and the text "TE PAPA OUR PLACE" on its side.

Stay near popular Te Aro attractions

A red Wellington Cable Car traveling over a bridge with a cityscape in the background.
Photo by Martijn Scheepers
Open Photo by Martijn Scheepers

Wellington Central Business District

8.6/10 (3,026 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

NZ$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket

NZ$95
per adult
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

NZ$89
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Private Guided Tour to Wellington

Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington

NZ$14
per adult
Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience

Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience

NZ$115
per adult
Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience
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Our pick of the best Te Aro Hotel Deals

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is NZ$149 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$149
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD Wellington
The price is NZ$151 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$151
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT

4.5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is NZ$210 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$210
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Answered all questions quickly via their message team Personable staff"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is NZ$116 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$116
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location! Close to shopping and restaurants. The place was super clean and efficient. The washing machine was a huge bonus! Outdoor spaces were delightful! Totally recommend!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street

4 out of 5
15 Tory Street, Te Aro Wellington
The price is NZ$144 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$144
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (815 reviews)
"Very handy location and friendly helpful staff we’ve had a great time"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is NZ$149 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$149
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
West Plaza Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Te Aro

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A red cable car moving along a track, a body of water, and a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

A waterfront with illuminated green water, a dock, and a cityscape with buildings and a crane in the background.

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.

A coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by hills and a large body of water.

Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

A coastal city with a marina, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
Photo by WanderingFunk009
Open Photo by WanderingFunk009

Mount Victoria

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

A modern building with a circular design, a flag on top, and a tree with red flowers in the foreground.
Photo by Carlyn Ennis
Open Photo by Carlyn Ennis

Pipitea

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

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