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Wellington independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated September 2025) | Trip.com

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Things to do in Wellington

What to do

Looking for things to do in Wellington? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

4.4/5195 Review
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Museums
Wellington Cable Car

Wellington Cable Car

4.3/542 Review
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Resorts
Weta Workshop

Weta Workshop

4.0/536 Review
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Themed exhibition halls
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Wellington

4.2/58 Review
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Boat tour
Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria

4.4/5143 Review
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Mountain climbing
New Zealand Parliament Buildings

New Zealand Parliament Buildings

4.3/588 Review
Cuba Street

Cuba Street

4.0/552 Review
Space Place at Carter Observatory

Space Place at Carter Observatory

4.1/534 Review
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Historic buildings
Museums
Wellington Botanic Garden

Wellington Botanic Garden

4.7/573 Review
Wellington Zoo

Wellington Zoo

4.0/543 Review
Oriental Bay

Oriental Bay

4.4/541 Review
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Night view

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Wellington, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Sofitel Wellington

Sofitel Wellington

4.6/5122 Review
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

4.6/591 Review
QT Wellington, an EVT Hotel

QT Wellington, an EVT Hotel

4.0/5102 Review
InterContinental Wellington

InterContinental Wellington

4.5/554 Review
Novotel Wellington

Novotel Wellington

4.5/564 Review
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

Mövenpick Hotel Wellington

4.4/5115 Review
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Ghuznee

4.3/590 Review
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5/5129 Review
Copthorne Solway Park, Wairarapa

Copthorne Solway Park, Wairarapa

4.2/5105 Review
The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

The Sebel Wellington Lower Hutt

4.5/560 Review
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

4.4/5154 Review
Rydges Wellington, an EVT hotel

Rydges Wellington, an EVT hotel

4.3/5134 Review

What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Wellington dishes and foodie spots.
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Maranui Surf Lifesaving Cafe

Maranui Surf Lifesaving Cafe

4.5/511 Review
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Western-style
Afternoon Tea
Avg. QAR69/person
Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Hippopotamus Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

5.0/512 Review
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Western-style
Sea view
Avg. QAR88/person
Istana Malaysia Restaurant

Istana Malaysia Restaurant

5.0/510 Review
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Halal
Avg. QAR51/person
Charley Noble

Charley Noble

4.7/510 Review
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Barbeque
Avg. QAR88/person
Olive

Olive

4.0/52 Review
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Western-style
Afternoon Tea
Avg. QAR70/person
Pizzeria Napoli

Pizzeria Napoli

5.0/58 Review
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Western-style
Avg. QAR42/person
Shed 5

Shed 5

4.5/56 Review
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Western-style
Sea view
Avg. QAR200/person
Crab Shack

Crab Shack

4.6/515 Review
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Bars/Bistros
Avg. QAR57/person
Beach Babylon

Beach Babylon

5.0/53 Review
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Coffee Shops
Sea view
Avg. QAR130/person
Ortega海鲜西餐厅

Ortega海鲜西餐厅

4.0/523 Review
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Seafood
Avg. QAR118/person
Fidel’s

Fidel’s

5.0/54 Review
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Coffee Shops
Afternoon Tea
Avg. QAR71/person
180 Degrees Cafe & Bistro

180 Degrees Cafe & Bistro

5.0/51 Review
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Western-style

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Best of Wellington

Popular Luxury Hotels Near Wellington

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Kinloch Manor & Villas

Kinloch Manor & Villas

8.8/514 Review
The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation

The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation

9.5/527 Review
Mangapapa Hotel

Mangapapa Hotel

9.4/551 Review
Rosewood Cape Kidnappers

Rosewood Cape Kidnappers

9.7/516 Review

Top 10 Scenic Hotels near Wellington

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The Crown Hotel

The Crown Hotel

9.2/5111 Review
Waves by Kaikoura Holiday Home

Waves by Kaikoura Holiday Home

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The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

8.5/5107 Review
King and Queen Hotel Suites

King and Queen Hotel Suites

9.5/577 Review
Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels Taupo

Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels Taupo

8.8/569 Review
Sacred Waters Taupo

Sacred Waters Taupo

8.6/576 Review

Top 20 Vacation Homes near Wellington

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Wallingford Homestead

Wallingford Homestead

10.0/511 Review
The Marlborough

The Marlborough

9.6/522 Review
Craggy Range Luxury Vineyard Retreat

Craggy Range Luxury Vineyard Retreat

9.8/542 Review
McHardy Lodge

McHardy Lodge

10.0/58 Review
Mr & MRS Smith Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Mr & MRS Smith Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

9.5/542 Review
Fyffe Country Lodge

Fyffe Country Lodge

9.8/517 Review
Chalet Eiger

Chalet Eiger

9.9/538 Review
Lake Taupo Lodge

Lake Taupo Lodge

9.7/548 Review
Huka Lodge

Huka Lodge

9.8/534 Review
Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton Waterfront Apartments

9.3/559 Review
415 Marine Parade

415 Marine Parade

10.0/540 Review
The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort

9.1/597 Review

Popular Premium Hotels Near Wellington

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Bay Of Many Coves Resort

Bay Of Many Coves Resort

9.6/548 Review
Escape to Picton Boutique Hotel

Escape to Picton Boutique Hotel

8.7/539 Review
Pihopa Retreat

Pihopa Retreat

10.0/540 Review
Sacred Waters Taupo

Sacred Waters Taupo

8.6/576 Review

Top 10 4-Star Select Hotels near Wellington

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Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Palmerston North Hotel & Conference Centre

8.0/548 Review
Rocky Mountain Chalets Ohakune

Rocky Mountain Chalets Ohakune

9.2/548 Review
Powderhorn Chateau

Powderhorn Chateau

8.8/546 Review
Porters Boutique Hotel

Porters Boutique Hotel

9.4/544 Review
King and Queen Hotel Suites

King and Queen Hotel Suites

9.5/577 Review
Awaroa Lodge

Awaroa Lodge

8.5/558 Review

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Popular Types of Attractions in Wellington
Popular Attractions in Wellington
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa  |  Wellington Cable Car  |  Weta Workshop  |  Southward Car Museum  |  Raumati Beach  |  Queen Elizabeth Park  |  Weta Workshop  |  Mount Victoria  |  Wellington Cable Car  |  Southward Car Museum  |  Raumati Beach  |  Coastlands Aquatic Centre  |  Weta Workshop  |  Mount Victoria  |  Wellington Cable Car  |  Poppies Martinborough  |  Palliser Estate Winery  |  Colombo Martinborough  |  Southward Car Museum  |  Queen Elizabeth Park  |  Raumati Beach  |  Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa  |  Wellington Cable Car  |  Weta Workshop  |  Stonehenge Aotearoa  |  Greytown Campground  |  Carterton Events Centre  |  Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa  |  Wellington Cable Car  |  Weta Workshop
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