Popular places to visit

Zealandia
Your best chance of seeing rare native species in the wild, this eco-attraction is a fenced valley that protects many native bird species.

Botanic Gardens
A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects.

Carter Observatory
Look at the rings of Saturn, touch rocks that have fallen from space and go on a virtual journey to the farthest regions of our solar system.

Cable Car Museum
This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century.

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do

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

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Top hotels in Kelburn

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Amazing reception staff, who let us check in early, very friendly and helpful. The room was also clean, spacious and had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for international
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Rydges Wellington
Great service from young nan who fixed our heating and garaged our car. Convenient location. Pool looks great.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Bolton Hotel
Excellent service, spotless, great location. 5 minutes walk to Parliament building . Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Excellent location. Quiet for CBD Wellington.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location and surprisingly quiet considering there was a lot on in Wellington that weekend. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn

Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Thorndon
If you're spending some time in Thorndon, Lambton Quay and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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 Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.

Karori
While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.






