Te Aro
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 galleries 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.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Bucket Fountain
Bucket Fountain 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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Top hotels in Te Aro
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Bring your earplugs and be prepared for cold showers. The walls are very thin, hot water broke down, but staff were exceptional"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Great size roo."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
"Very disappointed, will not stay again, old property and the bed very uncomfortable"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
"The location was convenient and good to have onsite parking. The rooms were small but warm and bed was comfortable. The room hadn't been vacuumed properly for a long time. Dust all along the skirting board and carpets around edges. The hallways also hadn't been cleaned or maintained for a while. ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
"Great location and amenities in the room."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
"Excellent facilities and great to have complimentary gifts waiting in the room and also complimentary goodies at the entrance. Would definitely come back again."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro
Wellington Waterfront
The abundant dining options and interesting 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.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
