Things to do in Greater Wellington
Most popular experiences in Greater Wellington
Tours & day trips
See all 77 activitiesOpens in new tabHalf Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Adventure & outdoor
See all 25 activitiesOpens in new tabPrivate Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 17 activitiesOpens in new tabA Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour
Water activities
See all 6 activitiesOpens in new tabWellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 4 activitiesOpens in new tabWellington South Coast Discovery Helicopter Flight
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Wellington Zoo
Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.
Lambton Quay
During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Waikanae Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Waikanae Beach, a popular beach in Waikanae Beach.
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.
The Weta Cave
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.
Areas of Greater Wellington
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Raumati Beach
While visiting Raumati Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
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