Newtown Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Wellington Zoo
Meet the animals who call Wellington Zoo home during your trip to Wellington. Discover the lively bars 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.
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.
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.
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.
Michael Fowler Centre
Enjoy a show at Michael Fowler Centre, a popular theatre in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Newtown
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Everything was great. The staff were friendly, rooms were very clean and in great condition. I stayed in the smaller rooms and they were fine. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Southgate Motor Inn
I always enjoy staying at the Southgate when I need to be close to the hospital. It is convenient being directly across the road so I can walk back and forth and it’s central to food establishments and supermarket. The staff/owner are always lovely to deal with.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Adelaide Motel
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for flights.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Receptionist and concierge extremely helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Newtown Travel Guide
- Wellington Hospital
- Newtown Park
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- Lambton Quay
- Oriental Bay Beach
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Waitangi Park
- Beehive
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- The Opera House
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
- Eastbourne Beach
