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Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

It is said that Wellington has more bars and restaurants per capita than New York City. “The Windy City” is renowned for its appreciation of fine dining, excellent cheap eats, specialty coffee, superb wine and craft beer. Courtenay Place is where you will find the heart of Wellington’s culinary culture. It is also the entertainment hub with bars, clubs, theatres and cinemas.

Explore the shops, historic buildings, cafés, restaurants and public art works on one of Wellington’s most historic streets. Originally an industrial area, today it is the centre of Wellington’s fashionable social life. Foodies will love the self-guided food tour. Begin with a coffee, where the coffee beans have been directly sourced from the growers and roasted on the premises. Try uniquely flavoured chocolates, freshly made ice cream, locally made cheeses, craft beer or New Zealand’s renowned manuka honey. Sample contemporary Māori cuisine or dance the night away in a funky bar.

Browse through elegant boutiques and specialty stores. A walk down Cuba Street, just off Courtenay Place, will take you through Wellington’s bohemian centre. Discover ethnic restaurants, secondhand bookstores, vintage stores and and hip cafés full of students and artists.

Courtenay Place has a thriving arts and culture scene. Over seven theatres and cinemas show classic and contemporary films, theatre shows and cultural performances. Check out the Embassy Theatre where Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings had its world premiere. Courtenay Place is also host to the biannual New Zealand International Arts Festival. 

Courtenay Place is located in the inner-city district of Te Aro and is the main street of the Courtenay Quarter. It is served by bus routes and is a short walk from Lambton Quay. On-street and garaged car parking is available.

Guide to Exploring around Courtenay Place

TSB Bank Arena

Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

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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.

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Cuba Street Mall

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

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Mount Victoria Lookout

Stroll along a scenic walkway through a pretty Wellington Town Belt reserve to this lookout for spectacular panoramic views of the city.

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Museum of Wellington City and Sea

A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington.

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Beehive

Go on a free guided tour of the seat of New Zealand’s power, the beehive-shaped building that houses the New Zealand Parliament's Executive wing.

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Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

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Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station)

Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden.

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City Gallery Wellington

Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery.

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Wellington Botanic Garden

A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects. 

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Wellington Zoo

Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.

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Oriental Bay Beach

This attractive beach is popular for swimming and is only a few minutes’ walk from the city center.

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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.

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Old St Paul's

Murals, religious artifacts, stained-glass windows and special exhibits chronicle Wellington’s past and the historic bond between this city and American Marines. 
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Carter Observatory

Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

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Cable Car Museum

This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

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Central Library

This modern public library is regarded for its functional architecture, free events year-round and many collections of books and other resources.

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St Paul's Cathedral

Built over nearly half a century, this earthquake-proof cathedral is filled with stunning works of art and is among the most sacred sites in Wellington.
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Civic Square

Relax outdoors in the center of Wellington, surrounded by public artworks and some of the city’s most iconic buildings.
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National Library

See the vast collection of books and use the interactive exhibits to learn about a young nation’s history at New Zealand’s most important library.
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Wellington Parliament

Learn about the events and people who shaped New Zealand's political landscape and see where the country is governed from at this collection of buildings.
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Weta Workshop

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.
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Oaks Wellington Hotel ￥7,919

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Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

89 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
     
    4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

    Located in Te Aro, this luxury aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Courtenay Place, Cuba Street Mall, and Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). Michael Fowler Centre and Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station) are also within 1 mi (2 km). Wellington Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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      4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

      This family-friendly Wellington hotel is located in a shopping district, just steps from Lambton Quay and Wellington Central Business District. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Wellington Waterfront are also within 15 minutes. Wellington Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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        4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

        Located in Oriental Bay, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Oriental Parade, Wellington Central Business District, and Wellington Waterfront. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Courtenay Place are also within 10 minutes. Wellington Station is 25 minutes by foot.

        QT Wellington ￥10,384

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        QT Wellington

        QT Wellington

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          5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

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          InterContinental Wellington ￥12,189

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          InterContinental Wellington

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            5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

            Located in the heart of Wellington, this luxury hotel is steps from Lambton Quay, Wellington Central Business District, and Wellington Waterfront. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Cuba Street Mall are also within 15 minutes. Wellington Station is 10 minutes by foot.

            Mercure Wellington Central City Hotel and Apartments ￥5,479

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            Mercure Wellington Central City Hotel and Apartments

            Mercure Wellington Central City Hotel and Apartments

            130 Victoria Street, Wellington
               
              4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

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              Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel ￥7,275

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              Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel

              Distinction Wellington Century City Hotel

              70 Tory Street, Wellington
                 
                4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                Located in Te Aro, this hotel is steps from Courtenay Place and Wellington Central Business District. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Wellington Waterfront are also within 10 minutes. Wellington Station is 24 minutes by foot.

                Rydges Wellington ￥9,040

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                Rydges Wellington

                Rydges Wellington

                75 Featherston St, Wellington
                   
                  4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                  Located in the heart of Wellington, this luxury hotel is steps from Old Government Buildings, Wellington Central Business District, and Wellington Waterfront. Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand) and Westpac Stadium are also within 15 minutes. Wellington Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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