Wellington Waterfront
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Visit Wellington Waterfront
Popular places to visit

TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Learn about the maritime heritage that helped to shape New Zealand’s capital city, at this free museum.

Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
New Zealand Portrait Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at New Zealand Portrait Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
The property is sold as alot more glamorous than it is, cheap small towels, minimal refreshment facilities with a $5 electric jug, dated bathroom. Good curtains and minimal noise.
Reviewed on 13 Apr, 2026

QT Wellington
Great hotel, but the room was a little aged.
Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2026

U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Photos on booking site make it look okay but the reality is dingy and jaded accommodation. Spend you money in a proper hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Clean room, very quite and bed was comfortable. Staff at checkin gave me an late checkout.
Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2026

Rydges Wellington
Friendly staff and helpful. Room was great very clean nice view of the bay. 2 night stay first night had dinner in restaurant the steak was great was tempting to have again the next night, menu is a bit limited. Nice bar to have drinks. Good location easy walking to wharf area, cable car etc. would ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena 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.

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

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

Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
