Wellington CBD Travel Guide
Wellington
Visit Wellington CBD
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Wellington Cable Car
You can take time to visit Wellington Cable Car during your travels to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
City Gallery Wellington
You can study the exhibits at City Gallery Wellington, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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.
Top hotels in Wellington CBD
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Rooms were fine but very noisy. I could hear the person next doors tv perfectly which was not appreciated late at night"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"The room was exactly as advertised"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
"Beautiful pool and spa area. Friendly staff, convenient location, very comfortable beds and a lovely buffet breakfast made for a very enjoyable two day stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Quest 256 Lambton
"The perfect position in the centre of the city. Shops and restaurants close by. Relish Cafe a few doors down under the chemist warehouse has lovely food for lunch and a delicious breakfast. The guys behind the counter were very helpful and up for creating what I asked for"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
ibis Wellington
"Oh the parking but all good in the end"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
"Excellent as always. Clean, comfortable bed, parking easy. Lovely staff."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD
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.
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.
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Hnry Stadium and Archives New Zealand 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.
