Te Aro
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
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.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Bucket Fountain
Bucket Fountain 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 theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 lively bars 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's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Te Aro
Naumi Studio Wellington
Small but comfy room, had all we needed for a one night stay! Was quiet and cosy!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Aura Hotel
Yes perfect area close to everything.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Good for business travel noting it’s a decent walk from main CBD buildings.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Willis Wellington Hotel
Dated hotel rooms. But was decent enough to stay in. Misleading that they have a sky remote but not sky as the remote is only used to turn on the tv. Only Freeview channels.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington, Tory Street
Comfortable bed. Communal tea and coffee facilities a nice touch. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Te Aro
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.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Central Park and Basin Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea 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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
