Makara Travel Guide
Wellington
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.
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 fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Makara
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
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was quiet. Bed very comfortable. Easy access to Lambton Quay through a parking lot to an elevator. Very good Chinese restaurant, Jasmine, after you exit the elevator. The toilet in our room took a couple of flushes to clear the bowl. The AC never seemed to blow much air and made a clicking sound. ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location and surprisingly quiet considering there was a lot on in Wellington that weekend. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makara
Karori
While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
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.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and Khandallah Park are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.
Makara Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Makara by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Wellington neighborhoods
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- Karori Golf Club
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- TSB Bank Arena
- The Weta Cave
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Hospital
- Oriental Bay Beach
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Waitangi Park
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- Beehive
- The Opera House
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
- Newtown Park
- Eastbourne Beach
