Wellington Waterfront
Wellington
Visit Wellington Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
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.
Frank Kitts Park
Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
New Zealand Portrait Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at New Zealand Portrait Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Top hotels in Wellington Waterfront
Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT
Handy location, fabulous artworks throughout foyer & good value for parking before collecting ferry
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
QT Wellington
I booked late and paid a lot hoping the amenities would be as described. The bath was dirty. The shower couldn’t hold a constant temperature. The wifi didn’t work so I had to go to the library.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW
Great location but no reception desk. They got my email wrong so we had no idea how to check in or where to park. Parking was expensive. Construction going on so foyer and lift a bit dirty. Loose tap and leaky shower hose. Bed was ok but sofas weren't. Had no milk so bought our own.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great place, very convenient to the airport..
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington
Rooms old, air conditioning unit was very loud and could not change heat setting. Minimal parking available
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington Waterfront
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Te Aro
Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.
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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.
