Newtown Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Wellington Zoo
Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.
Interislander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Sky Stadium
Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Top hotels in Newtown
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Clean room with lot of accessories and amenities. The hotel staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very friendly and informative staff. Very nice clean room.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Very good, will definitely stay again 👍
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Rydges Wellington
Lovely room, friendly helpful staff and a nice pool and sauna. We are at the restaurant in the evening and the food was excellent.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Great location, friendly front desk staff, clean safe property. Our queen room was small but had everything we needed for a week-long stay. Kitchen equipped with exactly 2 of everything, but staff very willing to provide any extra needed.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Great rooms, very clean and such a great aesthetic- cocktails in the bar are well worth the experience too
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newtown
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade 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.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
