Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide

Wellington

Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington featuring a bay or harbour, night scenes and a city
Wellington Waterfront
Wellington showing a city, a bay or harbour and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
TSB Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

TSB Bank Arena
Museum of Wellington City and Sea

Museum of Wellington City and Sea

A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.

Museum of Wellington City and Sea
Frank Kitts Park

Frank Kitts Park

4/5(3 reviews)

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.

Frank Kitts Park

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 lively bars in this walkable area.

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre

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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

New Zealand Portrait Gallery

Things to do

Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Tour in Wellington

฿2,399
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Tour in Wellington
External night time photo

Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

฿672
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

฿1,631
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Return Ferry Ticket from Queens Wharf, Wellington to Days Bay

Wellington: Return Ferry Ticket to Days Bay

฿614
per adult
Wellington: Return Ferry Ticket to Days Bay
From Source to Sea Remutaka eBike Cycle Tour

Hutt River Trail eBike Explorer

฿3,839
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hutt River Trail eBike Explorer
Wellington: Museum of NZ General Admission

Wellington: Museum of NZ General Admission

฿672
per adult
Wellington: Museum of NZ General Admission
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Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
4.5 out of 5
247-257 Wakefield Street, Wellington
The price is ฿3,709 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿3,709
฿4,265 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location for any visit to Wellington and would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
QT Wellington
QT Wellington
5 out of 5
90 Cable Street, Wellington
The price is ฿4,773 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿4,773
฿5,489 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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 in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (992 reviews)
"Good location down town next to the bay. Valet parking for $50 a night. Plenty of snacks and drinks in the mini bar. Room was large with a tub to soak in and curtains to keep out the light."

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

QT Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿1,968 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿1,968
฿2,263 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,350 reviews)
"Was fantastic"

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is ฿3,859 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿3,859
฿4,437 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Always a pleasure to stay at the Rydges Hotel Well
"Its always a pleasure to stay at the Rydges Hotel Wellington Airport such beautiful and kind staff. Thank you Rydges Hotel Wellington Airport"

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
The price is ฿2,642 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿2,642
฿3,039 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Good value. Price mix up. Although was explained but as not our mistake it could have been waived."

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿3,272 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿3,272
฿3,763 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location."

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2025

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront

Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD
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
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a city

Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria
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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
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

Wellington Waterfront Travel Guide