Petone
Wellington
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums 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.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Things to do
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Petone Hotel Deals
Quest Petone
"Location is excellent & things to do are close by. Restaurants supermarkets all within walking distance."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Settlers Motor Lodge
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Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Avana Suites
"The room was quite cold and a little damp. Blinds were all down so no natural light. One heat pump in lounge so bedroom was cold. Only one blanket on bed with no extras in the cupboard. No Wifi for the kids. No remote for the TV (limited sky TV access - one channel). Cockroach on the wall had to ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
"Great location. Had an upstairs sea view unit and it was fantastic. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Midway Pacifica Lodge
Foreshore Motor Lodge
Other neighborhoods around Petone
Newlands
Newlands is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
Johnsonville
Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Hnry Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Hnry Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
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.
