Island Bay

Wellington

Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Rachel Brown
Photo by Rachel Brown

Popular places to visit

Island Bay Beach

Island Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Island Bay Beach
Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

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

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall featuring café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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

Cuba Street Mall
TSB Bank Arena which includes modern architecture

TSB Bank Arena

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

TSB Bank Arena
Wellington featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington Central Business District

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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.

Wellington Central Business District
Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Courtenay Place

Things to do

Wellington's Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour including Lunch

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

€173
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

€19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

€104
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Travel in style and comfort

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

€47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

€30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

€93
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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Top hotels in Island Bay

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is €71 per night from 2 May to 3 May
€71
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,405 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is €102 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€102
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, easily accessible to the main shopping precinct. Beautiful outlook from the floor we were on, overlooking the water."

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2025

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is €100 per night from 3 May to 4 May
€100
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very easy place to stay, recommended 👌"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is €60 per night from 4 May to 5 May
€60
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"What stood out for me was the friendlyness and helpfulness of the staff. Nothing was a problem for them."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025

ibis Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is €70 per night from 4 May to 5 May
€70
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (735 reviews)
"Adorable and charming hotel."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Naumi Studio Wellington
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
The price is €86 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
€86
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient location and friendly staff. Parking is limited to smaller vehicles."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2025

Oaks Wellington Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Island Bay

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Lyall Bay

Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.

Lyall Bay
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Newtown
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Kilbirnie

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kilbirnie
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Brooklyn

4/5(1 area review)

Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Brooklyn
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a city

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria

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