Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide
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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.

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

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.

Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Queen's Wharf Event Centre
Learn about the events happening in Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Activities

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

Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Our pick of the best Wellington Waterfront Hotel Deals

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

QT Wellington
Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

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.

Te Aro
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.

Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade 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.

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

Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
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- Te Papa
- TSB Bank Arena
- Museum of Wellington City and Sea
- Frank Kitts Park
- Circa Theatre
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Lambton Quay
- Massey University
- The Weta Cave
- Zealandia
- St James Theatre
- Wellington Zoo
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- The Opera House
- Beehive
- Oriental Parade
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Petone Foreshore
- Archives New Zealand
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- Massey University hotels
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