Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.
Cable car, Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington City
Wellington cable car going to the top
Wellingtons Cable Car

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

Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

NZ$148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
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
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$130 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$130
22 May - 23 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! (1,732 reviews)
"Great location nice room exclusive entry to a separate hotel lounge to relax good range of choices for breakfast"

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is NZ$134 per night from 1 June to 2 June
NZ$134
1 June - 2 June
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! (1,533 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is NZ$115 per night from 13 June to 14 June
NZ$115
13 June - 14 June
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Room was fine for an older hotel - clean with standard amenities. Air conditioning barely functioned which made for uncomfortable sleeping. For the price, the room was okay."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

ibis Wellington
InterContinental Wellington by IHG

InterContinental Wellington by IHG

5 out of 5
2 Grey Street Wellington
The price is NZ$299 per night from 24 May to 25 May
NZ$299
24 May - 25 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Love the clean room and comfy bed and the service, parking ur car away for you and getting it out when u need it. Wonderful place to stay will be back again."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$185 per night from 23 May to 24 May
NZ$185
23 May - 24 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel at the govt end of Wellington. Parking at Wilson's reasonable (!) overnight"

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Bolton Hotel
Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

3 out of 5
Level 4, 256 Lambton Quay Wellington
The price is NZ$151 per night from 24 May to 25 May
NZ$151
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free food shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (738 reviews)
"The perfect position in the centre of the city. Shops and restaurants close by. Relish Cafe a few doors down under the chemist warehouse has lovely food for lunch and a delicious breakfast. The guys behind the counter were very helpful and up for creating what I asked for"

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Quest 256 Lambton
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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
Wellington city at Twilight. high angle view

Pipitea

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

Pipitea
Panoramic view of the Oriental Bay. Wellington city

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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