Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria
Wellington CBD
Wellington CBD
Wellington CBD

Popular places to visit

TSB Bank Arena

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

TSB Bank Arena
Michael Fowler Centre

Michael Fowler Centre

Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.

Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington Cable Car

Wellington Cable Car

Rise above it all in one of Wellington's iconic red cable cars for stunning views and easy access to some of the city's best attractions.

Wellington Cable Car
Wellington Town Hall

Wellington Town Hall

Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Town Hall
City Gallery Wellington

City Gallery Wellington

An ever-changing array of innovative art awaits at this free Wellington gallery.

City Gallery Wellington
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Pay a visit to this free maritime museum to learn more about the role of the sea in the development and shaping of contemporary Wellington.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

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: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

NZ$12
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

NZ$185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

NZ$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

NZ$190
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

NZ$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
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Our pick of the best Wellington CBD Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$121 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$121
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,730 reviews)
For the money, it was average. Parking was an issue for $35/day. It was hard to get one on the right level.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$130 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$130
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Nice breakfast comfy bed and pillows. Only issue was intermittent rushing water noise from the bathroom in the night. Was very loud and would wake me up. Nice and handy to course at vic uni

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

ibis Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$141 per night from 24 May to 25 May
NZ$141
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,523 reviews)
A great location, close to the town. Quiet and clean. Just what we needed in the city, and the basic kitchen was a bonus.

Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is NZ$297 per night from 8 May to 9 May
NZ$297
8 May - 9 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Perfect location for restaurants, waterfront, 5min walk to TePapa. Comfy beds, nice rooms. Good breakfast. Friendly staff. Great for hotel carparking also. We had a great family weekend away.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
The price is NZ$175 per night from 9 May to 10 May
NZ$175
9 May - 10 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Everything was perfect. Great location and nice clean room.

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Bolton Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street Wellington NZ
The price is NZ$186 per night from 6 June to 7 June
NZ$186
6 June - 7 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Good location, tidy and inviting room, great staff. Fabulous breakfast.

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

Wellington Waterfront

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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Kelburn

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

Kelburn
Thorndon

Thorndon

4/5(163 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Te Aro

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,668 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
Pipitea

Pipitea

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

Pipitea
Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay

4.5/5(273 area reviews)

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

Oriental Bay

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