Thorndon
Wellington
Popular places to visit
St Paul's Cathedral
Built over nearly half a century, this earthquake-proof cathedral is filled with stunning works of art and is among the most sacred sites in Wellington.
National Library
See the vast collection of books and use the interactive exhibits to learn about a young nation’s history at New Zealand’s most important library.
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.
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
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.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Top hotels in Thorndon
WQ Wellington Quarter
The Team went above and beyond to assist my partner and I. The room was ready, clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
I All the above plus the friendly lady in reception who gave me the use of her personal phone charger.
Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Clean facilities. Helpful staff. Very central to everything.
Reviewed on 31 Jan, 2026
Rydges Wellington
Lovely room, friendly helpful staff and a nice pool and sauna. We are at the restaurant in the evening and the food was excellent.
Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer was great! The room was nice, clean and had everything we needed! We loved the location and the staff were helpful and friendly. Would recommend!!
Reviewed on 5 Feb, 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Great rooms, very clean and such a great aesthetic- cocktails in the bar are well worth the experience too
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thorndon
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
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.
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.
