Wellington CBD Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Wellington Cable Car
Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
City Gallery Wellington
Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery.
Things to do
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Location is great. Clean and spacious with great view of the waterfront and city
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Great stay here staff helpful as requested easy access to lift as my wife and myself have both had hip replacement and didn’t want me to lift our travel luggage to far. Was allowed to park at rear of property for easy access. Lovely location for city centre and ferry terminal
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
ibis Wellington
Room clean and adequately equipped but check in was chaotic. Waited ages even though I had checked in online. There was no queue I think receptionist didn’t know what she was doing. Then we went up to our room but it was already occupied. I went down to sort out and left hubby with luggage. Then ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Quest 256 Lambton
Our one bed apartment was perfect. The kitchen area had a dishwasher, small hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster and kettle. There was a washing machine and a dryer in the bathroom. The a/c was quietly efficient. There was no street noise. The nearest supermarket was only a few mins away. Staff ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Bolton Hotel
Lovelybplace to stay
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Clean and comfy room. Excellent helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
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 National Library 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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand 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.
