Takapu Valley Travel Guide
Wellington
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Top hotels in Takapu Valley
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Room is clean and I love the breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rooms are really clean, no stocks at all in the mini bar, not even bottled water. The Entertainment set up for the in room Tv is outdated by at least 10 years, wasn’t easy to relax as the hallways are very noisy- noise transfer . Beds are ok but maybe a 7/10 Bar staff downstairs were really ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Love this hotel - great staff, rooms, facilities and wonderful access to the bars, restaurants, cafes and shopping available in Wellington CBD. Is my go to for my Wellington stays.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington
Still in the process of new owners taking over, so for example can’t accept Amex yet. Most things remain the same - lots of opportunities for new owners to improve, from a fairly average spa with only a few jets working for 3 minutes at a time, to noisy rooms with average aircon. Breakfast very overpriced ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
ibis Wellington
Clean room. Helpful, friendly staff. Onsite parking is an extra cost.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Takapu Valley
Grenada North
When in Grenada North, you can plan a visit to Petone Foreshore and Wellington City Walkways, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Linden
While Linden isn't home to many top sights, Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Wellington City Walkways are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tawa
Tawa is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Queensgate Shopping Centre or Petone Foreshore.
Horokiwi
While Horokiwi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Grenada Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grenada Village and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
Glenside
Though Glenside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
