Makara Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
You can study the exhibits at Te Papa, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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.
Cuba Street Mall
During your trip to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Cuba Street Mall. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Courtenay Place. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
The Weta Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Weta Cave during your travels in Wellington. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.
Zealandia
Explore the great outdoors at Zealandia, a lovely green space in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Makara
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Clean and the staffs are very friendly. Thank you for having us very much appreciated.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
I was so happy with the customer service , Very helpful and I will recommend them to friends and family who travel to Wellington New Zealand in the future. 💯 recommendation from myself
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Great service from young nan who fixed our heating and garaged our car. Convenient location. Pool looks great.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Bolton Hotel
The room was very clean, and the staff were excellent and very friendly. The mini bar was well stocked and the prices were very reasonable. Most hotels today don’t provide a complete toilet amenities kit, so I was very impressed with the management for including this. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and comfortable, had everything we needed and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location and surprisingly quiet considering there was a lot on in Wellington that weekend. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makara
Karori
While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
Makara Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Karori Golf Club
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- The Weta Cave
- Michael Fowler Centre
- TSB Bank Arena
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Hospital
- Oriental Bay Beach
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Waitangi Park
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- Beehive
- The Opera House
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
- Newtown Park
- City Gallery Wellington
