Maupuia Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Wellington Central Business District
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Top hotels in Maupuia
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great location nice room exclusive entry to a separate hotel lounge to relax good range of choices for breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"Great value, modern, comfortable and a very convenient annd stress free option for catching an early flight."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Great location and friendly, professional staff. Room was exactly what we needed, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington
"Wonderful location especially"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
ibis Wellington
"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
Other neighbourhoods around Maupuia
Miramar
Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Seatoun
Seatoun might not have many top sights, but The Weta Cave and ASB Sports Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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- Civic Square
- Courtenay Place
- Cuba Street Mall
- Visit Greater Wellington
- Kilbirnie Holidays
- Visit Eastbourne
- Visit Lowry Bay
- Visit Stokes Valley
- Visit Lower Hutt
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Te Papa
- The Opera House
- The Weta Cave
- Visit Trentham
- Visit Upper Hutt
- Visit Aro Valley
- Visit Houghton Bay
- Visit Karori
- Visit Kilbirnie
- Visit Korokoro
- Visit Lyall Bay
- Visit Miramar
- Visit Petone
- Visit Seatoun
- Visit Te Aro
- Visit Thorndon
- Wellington Holidays
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