Tawa
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.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Tawa Hotel Deals
Bucket Tree Lodge
Nice and clean, good amenities. Quiet
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Service was excellent and the room was clean. Consider a toaster that can manage sourdough or change the loaf size breakfast hot dish covers were on upside down making it difficult to access the food beneath.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great room and very convenient.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Rydges Wellington
We stayed here after the Northern Explorer train. The hotel is a 5” walk from train station. Room was spotless, mattress comfortable, linens crisp, pillows were a bit too big for our comfort. Mini bar in room with no posted prices. The staff was very helpful with walking directions to ferry in the ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Clean There is a short cut which we were told about after we dragged our suitcases up a steep hill. Could have done with it with email check in instructions After hour check in worked well
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
WQ Wellington Quarter
Great staff. Room was clean, comfortable bed.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Tawa
Linden
While Linden isn't home to many top sights, Wellington City Walkways and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grenada North
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grenada North and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Glenside
While Glenside isn't home to many top sights, Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Takapu Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Takapu Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Foreshore.
Grenada Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grenada Village and surrounding area, you can visit Petone Foreshore and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Churton Park
Though Churton Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Petone Foreshore and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
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