Wellington CBD Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Cable Car
You can take time to visit Wellington Cable Car during your travels to Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
City Gallery Wellington
You can study the exhibits at City Gallery Wellington, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Museum of Wellington City and Sea
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Wellington City and Sea, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
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
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
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
The staff on the desk were fantastic and very friendly and helpful with the parking instructions. Made great first impressions. The room was HUGE and spotless. The bed was extremely comfy after a large night celebrating. Breakfast was ok and I had zero complaints and actually the coffee was pretty ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Sofitel Wellington
Wish breakfast was included. The staff were pleasant. I will come again. I will not accept a disabled bathroom .I especially liked the tea and chocolate at night.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
Just fine, not great.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
