Wellington CBD Travel Guide

Wellington

Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing
Wellington which includes food
Wellington which includes a pond and a bridge as well as a couple
Photo provided by Positively Wellington
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Popular places to visit

Michael Fowler Centre showing a bay or harbour, modern architecture and night scenes

Michael Fowler Centre

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a show at Michael Fowler Centre, a popular theatre in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Michael Fowler Centre
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at TSB Bank Arena during your trip to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

TSB Bank Arena
Wellington Cable Car showing railway items

Wellington Cable Car

4.5/5(29 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wellington Cable Car during your travels to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Cable Car
Wellington Town Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Wellington Town Hall

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Wellington Town Hall
Civic Square featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza as well as a couple

Civic Square

4/5(6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Wellington with a trip to Civic Square. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Civic Square
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

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.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Top hotels in Wellington CBD

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.872.932 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
1.872.932 ₫
2.153.904 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,478 reviews)
"Very reasonably priced and so convenient"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is 2.155.959 ₫ per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
2.155.959 ₫
2.479.369 ₫ total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,296 reviews)
"A unique find right in the heart of the city. It was great having an all-in-one washer/dryer, and the apartment had a decent amount of space with everything needed to cook. Clean, comfortable, and surprisingly quiet. There were also some good cafés and restaurants within easy walking distance. Overall, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Novotel Wellington
Novotel Wellington
4.5 out of 5
133 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is 1.872.960 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
1.872.960 ₫
2.153.904 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great spot with easy access."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Novotel Wellington
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is 1.635.150 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
1.635.150 ₫
1.880.423 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean. Really nice comfy bed. Shower awesome - hot and powerful. Staff great. Heating system not very effective and very noisy. Extra blanket provided though so turned off the heater."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

ibis Wellington
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
4 out of 5
2-6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is 1.984.520 ₫ per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
1.984.520 ₫
2.282.198 ₫ total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel near CBD"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
5 out of 5
Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street, 28 Grey Street, Wellington, NZ
The price is 2.344.034 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
2.344.034 ₫
2.695.607 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great Service and Hotel
"Great location, very clean and new rooms which are very nicely designed and high end fittings (bathtub, mirrors, shower heads, etc.). Overall a very nice stay with helpful staff…has converted me and will be booking here for future business trips"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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.

Wellington Waterfront
Carter Observatory showing modern architecture, an observatory and interior views

Kelburn

While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Kelburn
St Paul\'s Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Thorndon

If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
Old St Paul\'s which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea
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Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay

Wellington CBD Travel Guide

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