Popular places to visit
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
The Weta Cave
Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.
Zealandia
Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Kilbirnie Hotel Deals
Brentwood Hotel
The hotel staff were helpful and informative.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
U Suites Kilbirnie
Good location if you have a car. Easy to access. The roof windows could do with blinds given how light it is early in the morning. Everything you need though.
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Excellent stay, one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in, centrally located in Wellington, parking relatively easy, all the amenities you would expect, great views from the 20th floor
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Spotless, all the comforts you need
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Rydges Wellington
The room was very nice. The restaurant food was excellent.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Would recommend Gilmer - I arrived after hours and everything was set up for me including parking which is very easy and convenient. The hotel is easy to access from SH1 which reduces city driving. The room had everything I needed. I didn’t need aircon but there was a fan.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kilbirnie
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.
Hataitai
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hataitai and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade.
Miramar
Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Cook
While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
