Petone
Wellington
Popular places to visit
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.
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'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
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Petone Hotel Deals
Quest Petone
Team was awesome about letting me know when the room was ready and I checked in early
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
Early access to room, friendly check in. Clean room.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Settlers Motor Lodge
Reception even though different was lovely room very clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend as a good budget accommodation
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Foreshore Motor Lodge
Gret motel
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Ava Lodge
Modern, clean comfortable room. Had everything we needed for our overnight stay.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Avana Suites
Harman was very helpful wih excellent customer service
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Petone
Johnsonville
Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Parliament House 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.
Wellington Waterfront
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.
