Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in 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.
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.
Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Great location and a fun, fashionably quirky place to stay. Easy access to everything.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
QT Wellington
Lovely check in staff. Room clean, bed comfy.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Amazing reception staff, who let us check in early, very friendly and helpful. The room was also clean, spacious and had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
We often stay here when we are travelling. The hotel is comfortable and clean. We don’t have breakfast as we are usually on an early morning flight but have dinner which has been good. The staff are always helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Lovely
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Bolton Hotel
Excellent service, spotless, great location. 5 minutes walk to Parliament building . Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena 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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade 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.
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.
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- Te Papa
- TSB Bank Arena
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Queen's Wharf Event Centre
- New Zealand Portrait Gallery
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Hospital
- Oriental Bay Beach
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Waitangi Park
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- Beehive
- The Opera House
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