Te Aro Travel Guide

Wellington

Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!
The place far exceeded my expectations!! Only had a couple hours, but you could easily spend the entire day there. I'm not even really a museum person, but seriously, don't miss this place!!!
Apparently people love to jump off places into the water here
The place far exceeded my expectations!! Only had a couple hours, but you could easily spend the entire day there. I'm not even really a museum person, but seriously, don't miss this place!!!

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

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.

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall showing café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

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.

Cuba Street Mall
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay

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.

Wellington Central Business District
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Courtenay Place. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Courtenay Place
Bucket Fountain showing heritage architecture and outdoor art

Bucket Fountain

Bucket Fountain 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 theatre scene in this walkable area.

Bucket Fountain
Te Papa

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.

Te Papa

Top hotels in Te Aro

Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is 2.175.863 ₫ per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
2.175.863 ₫
2.502.242 ₫ total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Room was large, comfortable, and very clean. The balcony was much bigger than expected. Staff is great and the property is perfectly located in the middle of the city.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman

Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman

3.5 out of 5
169 Willis St Wellington
The price is 1.429.517 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
1.429.517 ₫
1.643.945 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room was clean, reception staff and cleaning staff were pleasant and helpful. It had everything I needed and was a great central location.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman
Boulcott Suites

Boulcott Suites

4 out of 5
5 O'Reily Ave Wellington
The price is 2.287.489 ₫ per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
2.287.489 ₫
2.630.612 ₫ total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,290 reviews)
Would give it a 5/5 but the room didn’t have a functioning TV. Bed and shower were good. Staff were friendly.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Boulcott Suites
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is 1.730.801 ₫ per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
1.730.801 ₫
1.990.421 ₫ total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (943 reviews)
General vibe of the hotel.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD Wellington
The price is 1.739.108 ₫ per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
1.739.108 ₫
1.999.974 ₫ total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (506 reviews)
very grubby hotel and rooms - needs a lick of paint. Not a Ramada at all

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is 1.822.962 ₫ per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
1.822.962 ₫
2.096.406 ₫ total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Nice easy stay with lovely staff

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

West Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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.

Wellington Waterfront
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook
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Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria

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.

Wellington CBD
Wellington Fountain

Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn

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