Popular places to visit
Island Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive 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 scene in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Island Bay Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location and staff. Loved Wellington!
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very nice room
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Rydges Wellington
Staff were friendly, breakfast had decent choices, room had everything I needed for a short stay
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and the washer and dryer were good to have
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Very friendly and helpful check in
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Bolton Hotel
Lovely quiet place to stay
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Island Bay
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well-liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
Newtown
Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park.
Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider a stop by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Brooklyn
While Brooklyn isn't home to many top sights, Basin Reserve and Central Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mount Cook
While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
