Thorndon Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
St Paul's Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Wellington with a stop at St Paul's Cathedral. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
National Library
After visiting National Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants 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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Thorndon
Atura Wellington
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thorndon
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
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.
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.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
- St Paul's Cathedral
- Khandallah Park
- Ascot Street
- Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park
- Katherine Mansfield Birthplace
- Tinakori Hill
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- TSB Bank Arena
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Lambton Quay
- The Weta Cave
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Wellington Hospital
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- The Opera House
- Beehive
- Oriental Parade
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Petone Foreshore
- Archives New Zealand