Kelburn Travel Guide

Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
Photo provided by Positively Wellington

Popular places to visit

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Zealandia

5/5(4 reviews)

Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.

Zealandia
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Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(25 reviews)

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.

Botanic Gardens
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Carter Observatory

3/5(1 review)

Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

Carter Observatory
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Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

Cable Car Museum
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Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
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Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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

Cuba Street Mall

Things to do

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Wellington Self-Guided Audio Tour

£12
Per adult
Wellington Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour

£29
Per adult
Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour
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Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour

£161
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

£568
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

£5
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
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The Best of Wellington Walking Tour

£445
Per adult
The Best of Wellington Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Kelburn

ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £57 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£57
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"A really handy hotel"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

ibis Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £60 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£60
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,048 reviews)
"I’m pleased the coffee etc was hidden away."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £87 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£87
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is £66 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£66
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (474 reviews)
"The Studio accomodation that I stayed in was very noisy at night. Next time I would book Naumi Hotel instead as more modern & sound proof."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Naumi Studio Wellington
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is £69 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£69
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great
"Great place and convenient to CBD"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is £85 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
£85
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"first class all round"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Rydges Wellington Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn

Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

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

Wellington CBD
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 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
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Beehive are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Karori

While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Karori

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