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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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.

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

Wellington Town Hall
Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

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

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Wellington CBD

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.

Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.

Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral 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.

Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand 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.