Title: Pipitea Travel Guide: Best of Pipitea, Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Pipitea](https://expedia.co.uk/Pipitea-Wellington-Hotels.0-n693198877743480832-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Pipitea Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Pipitea.d693198877743480832.Car-Hire-Guide)[Pipitea Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Pipitea.d693198877743480832.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Pipitea Travel Guide ## Wellington ![Pipitea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/b377bc70-dfbd-4593-8084-58d0c7b501b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pipitea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/a7aebada-40ac-4ce6-b3f0-60dd29f8be62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pipitea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/f11c0f3a-33c6-4baa-9cb6-9fc789f135fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pipitea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/b6c68aa6-c655-4a68-aac6-b7398024cdc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pipitea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/2505602f-009d-46a8-8bc0-ba06d6c4307b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Pipitea Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156267/fef7159d-48bb-48d9-8db9-061cad831f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Interislander Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(28 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Attraction) ![Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108384/c2d3b2f3-2e8e-4f8b-982b-29ed95a6d3aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Stadium 4/5(7 reviews) Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westpac-Stadium-Pipitea.d6108384.Attraction) ![Wellington City panorama, with Cricket Field in the foreground, from the top of the Cable Car towards Mt. Victoria, North Island New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 403834285; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169870/26dbe6c4-85d7-4d42-b16a-e4c78944a7f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lambton Quay 4.5/5(17 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lambton-Quay-Pipitea.d6169870.Attraction) ![New Zealand Parliament Buildings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219566/86f31334-451d-48e5-aade-94c20b30b378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Zealand Parliament Buildings 4.5/5(9 reviews) Learn about the events and people who shaped New Zealand's political landscape and see where the country is governed from at this collection of buildings. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Zealand-Parliament-Buildings-Pipitea.d6219566.Attraction) ![Beehive](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108406/2dac0562-048a-4b42-9061-75d7ad2f44d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beehive 4/5(7 reviews) Go on a free guided tour of the seat of New Zealand’s power, the beehive-shaped building that houses the New Zealand Parliament's Executive wing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Beehive-Pipitea.d6108406.Attraction) ![Old St Paul's](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112754/26572232-a428-4df5-96b2-e6ab1038df29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old St Paul's 3.5/5(2 reviews) Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-St-Pauls-Pipitea.d6112754.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Time for a rest.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast £86 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour £77 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048991/f751018e-ef97-484f-b742-42986d154180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch £144 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-lotr-experience-includes-weta-and-lunch.a47048991.activity-details) ![Wellington Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396467/f0ad91f8-0d40-4c7a-b8bc-b3d1400c4f39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Electric Bike Rental £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-rental.a1396467.activity-details) ![Take the best Wellington tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1753662/073ddcb1-da78-470e-9215-f831a241dc7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Tour of Wellington £57 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-tour-of-wellington.a1753662.activity-details) ![Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4553694/59fc92f7-72f2-44cc-a1c3-8c4a5b07a4de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket £5 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Pipitea ![Rydges Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1593300/1593277/f5410bd8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington 75 Featherston St Wellington £81 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) We did not use restaurant. The room was ideal with the lounge/ dining/ kitchen space as we were a family group with toddler and could get together without all sitting on the bed! Luggage drop no issue with friendly staff. Swimming pool and small gym also available. Location was great. Access to railway ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=1593277&PinnedHotelID=1593277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693198877743480832) ![Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4980000/4977600/4977579/b8b61304_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers 1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd Wellington £34 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hostel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Not used Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=4977579&PinnedHotelID=4977579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693198877743480832) ![Quest on Thorndon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8050000/8045900/8045827/ccacd332_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest on Thorndon 61-63 Thorndon Quay Wellington Greater Wellington £68 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (569 reviews) Quiet. Clean. Within walkable distance to centre of city and all visitor attractions. Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=8045827&PinnedHotelID=8045827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693198877743480832) ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/fd5b0cb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace Wellington £65 2 Apr - 3 Apr 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! (1,716 reviews) Reception service was poor. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693198877743480832) ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/7a3e7195_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington £90 4 Apr - 5 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) For a newer hotel I was surprised that the chair in my room had already started to fray and it hadn’t been replaced Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693198877743480832) ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/1ea2b123_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington £57 19 Apr - 20 Apr 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! (1,498 reviews) Everything was perfect from the time we checked in until check out. Used the laundry and was easy to use with instructions very clear. Took a long time for clothes to dry but unit ran quietly while we slept and wash and dry done by same machine. Highly recommend. Did not try the gym and pool. Elevator ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693198877743480832) [See all 480 properties in Pipitea](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=693198877743480832) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Pipitea hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=693198877743480832&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=693198877743480832&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=693198877743480832&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[29 Mar - 30 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=693198877743480832&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=693198877743480832&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=693198877743480832&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Pipitea ![Thorndon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112756/9e4b453e-c7e6-470f-a952-958f675bec07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Thorndon If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Thorndon.dx553248635974586908) ![Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976385887/1a6d6dad-62df-48ab-8db5-e53cf176e768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Wellington-CBD.dx553248635976385887) ![Wellington Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/69a61606-2467-46c3-a8ab-1dc39eeeb73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Wellington-Waterfront.dx553248635171298248) ![Wellington Cable Car ascending on a beautiful day. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Oriental-Bay.dx553248635974586906) ![Te Aro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/7575a002-4af5-4560-aef7-c876066f639e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Te-Aro.dx553248635943691114) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Pipitea Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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