Makara Travel Guide
Wellington





Popular places to visit

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.

Cuba Street Mall
During your trip to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Cuba Street Mall. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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.

TSB Bank Arena
Catch an event at TSB Bank Arena during your trip to 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.

Sky Stadium
Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Makara

Rydges Wellington Airport
Location, room, amenities, staff were all excellent. Looking forward to coming back.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location close to harbour front.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Rydges Wellington
N/a
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Clean, large room. Good location.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

West Plaza Hotel
Reception staff were great!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Willis Wellington Hotel
Clean tidy nice place to stay
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
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 Central Park and Basin Reserve.

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, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
