Popular places to visit

Zealandia
A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.

Botanic Gardens
Discover 25 hectares of horticultural heaven, brimming with native plants, fragrant flowers and rare trees.

Carter Observatory
Take a virtual journey through the solar system, see the planets up close and touch fallen rocks at this fascinating space attraction.

Cable Car Museum
Visit this free museum to learn all about the origins of Wellington's historic cable car that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century.

Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Things to do

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Kelburn

Wellington CBD
While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery.

Thorndon
While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and St Paul's Cathedral.

Wellington Waterfront
The ample dining options and fascinating 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
Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.

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