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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
Interislander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Loved this hotel, great art work and ambience. Large room with very comfortable beds We really enjoyed the cooked breakfast in restaurant overlooking Wellie harbour.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
QT Wellington
I absolutely loved the QT Wellington and would not stay anywhere else in Wellington. It is chic and welcoming, full of fun and interesting art and has an amazing location. The front desk and concierge staff were very helpful. There is valet or self-park (across the street at the Te Papa Museum). ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Great location but no reception desk. They got my email wrong so we had no idea how to check in or where to park. Parking was expensive. Construction going on so foyer and lift a bit dirty. Loose tap and leaky shower hose. Bed was ok but sofas weren't. Had no milk so bought our own.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Friendly staff to welcome you at 1am in the morning
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
The location is second to none. From the foyer straight down the lift and you are in the terminal, rain or shine you do not need to go outside at all. Staff helpful and very friendly. Room had everything you need for overnight stay, we liked our beds beautiful and comfy. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington
Great location and breakfast sadly got parking ticket outside. Unsure of what was available or not.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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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.
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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
