Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Wellington January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Wellington Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327)[Hotels in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Wellington Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Wellington.d6127327.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wellington Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.d6127327.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Wellington ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Wellington Types of activities Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) ![Mount Victoria Lookout showing a city, a bay or harbour and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108412/789a64f7-293c-4d5a-8c13-569da4658460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Victoria Lookout showing a city, a bay or harbour and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108412/789a64f7-293c-4d5a-8c13-569da4658460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Antrim House showing heritage architecture and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611160/2599fab1-00e3-4b90-8e9d-b5cbdce77798.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St Paul\'s Cathedral showing landscape views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112756/18d31f38-dbf8-4e3b-a167-a6f809130d5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127327/62a21053-e496-42af-9c5e-4fd8616025ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Wellington Attractions Perpetually prepared for expanding your horizons and imaginative ways to get inspired, you're eager to check out an exciting city like the expert traveller you are. You're about to point your compass in a different direction. It's not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Canada can connect you with lots of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and all that's left to do is count the days until your getaway and imagine all the places you'll go. Next stop: Wellington! - Book your favourite adventures on Expedia Canada at an ideal price, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or decadent meal while you're visiting. The things to do in Wellington are not only topnotch, but they won't break the bank. We have 77 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just CA $10 . - Wellington is popular among travellers similar to you. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to Wellington to check out local hot spots and find the top activities. The most popular things to do can grab the interest of even experienced travellers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our collection includes an impressive array of entertainment and excitement. With one-of-a kind ways to discover the best this area has to offer like a [Palliser Bay Off the Beaten Track](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/palliser-bay-off-the-beaten-track.a221247.activity-details) and [Seal Colony & Farm Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-colony-farm-tour.a262187.activity-details), there are plenty of things to do at your fingertips when you browse the activities on offer here at Expedia Canada. Our activities are the perfect way to organize your trip. It takes an expert itinerary to best get the feel for Wellington, especially when you wish to schedule in outdoor activities and trips to museums. And it's clear that you're itching to explore every avenue—you are excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You look forward to checking off the most essential activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is what you love best. Book professionally lead tours on Expedia Canada, and leave your map behind. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Wellington ### Tours & day trips [See all 69 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast 3h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $155 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Filming locations of Lord of The Rings Tour with Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49247512/24726122-5989-4d32-8549-3c7b9c652094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Filming locations of Lord of The Rings Tour with Guide 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $231 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/filming-locations-of-lord-of-the-rings-tour-with-guide.a49247512.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048991/f751018e-ef97-484f-b742-42986d154180.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch 8h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $259 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-full-day-lord-of-the-rings-locations-tour-including-lunch.a47048991.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Auckland Maori Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395849/8640e48a-edba-4b0b-a376-e0e2fc8ba2d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Auckland Maori Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $395 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-maori-tour.a1395849.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/461975/d2827765-359c-4773-8594-f2489a30ce1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour 2h 5/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zealandia-nature-sanctuary-daytime-walking-tour.a461975.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47027490/04ae55e7-75c5-4b18-91af-8e607c44289f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta 4h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-lord-of-the-rings-half-day-tour.a47027490.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4553694/59fc92f7-72f2-44cc-a1c3-8c4a5b07a4de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket 7.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available CA $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46489342/2a190fcd-c68c-462f-b459-c9faeb38d8e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-tour.a46489342.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47606056/b306b521-9c54-4716-85ed-7b19a245260a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-small-group-walking-tour-in-wellington.a47606056.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 21 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1298404/5be7adf3-6160-4fdd-83ed-aec6dd073534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $191 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-wellington-craft-beer-half-day-tour.a1298404.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47688488/f0c6570e-b570-4c96-b134-c423048145d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch 6h Free cancellation available CA $538 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chefs-private-martinborough-wine-tour-with-gourmet-lunch.a47688488.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington Native Bush Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50121891/64ab0723-24f5-4365-bec7-a1ffa54e203b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Native Bush Walking Tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-native-bush-walking-tour.a50121891.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3984645/9cbb0b9c-9e6b-44c8-a4b2-37aa23e19699.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $763 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-scenic-full-day-tour.a3984645.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Private custom tour with a local guide Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46482501/0836a574-4ceb-4fc0-9ec5-4ceba9b8e560.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private custom tour with a local guide Wellington 3h Free cancellation available CA $194 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-custom-tour-with-a-local-guide-wellington.a46482501.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![The Best of Wellington Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3350131/56d23f4c-607b-45ea-80e2-9425d6f28882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Best of Wellington Walking Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $538 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-of-wellington-walking-tour.a3350131.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3984647/6639595c-0233-4106-8ea5-defcb0af9375.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $883 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-taste-of-wellington-wellington-foodie-delights-tour.a3984647.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Tour Sightseeing Wellington Including Pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49044218/4de3b724-026a-43d1-84b3-47b61c9b04dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Tour Sightseeing Wellington Including Pickup 10h CA $1,156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-sightseeing-wellington-including-pickup.a49044218.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4003994/edafc890-9649-48da-bd49-70c5e4a77d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington 9h Free cancellation available CA $875 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-south-wairarapa-full-day-tour-from-wellington.a4003994.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Private Romantic Walking Tour in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3350130/e8aa23b7-d922-49f7-a15f-9cb2e8a17424.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Romantic Walking Tour in Wellington 2h Free cancellation available CA $538 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/romantic-tour-in-wellington.a3350130.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45891131/31b3d4af-bc79-4935-9938-d7953cc34c86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight 9m Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-wellington-helicopter-flight.a45891131.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Wharekauhau Heli-lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45272252/57351213-42ea-40a4-bf67-2c2da902d77d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wharekauhau Heli-lunch 3h Free cancellation available CA $666 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wharekauhau-degustation-heli-lunch.a45272252.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Bay of Many Coves Helicopter Tour with 3-Course Lunch from Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268796/445a3db4-39d3-403d-ae44-0ffd98b51a3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Many Coves Helicopter Tour with 3-Course Lunch from Wellington 3h 2/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $849 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-many-coves-helicopter-tour-with-3-course-lunch-from-wellington.a45268796.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![15-Minute Wellington Harbour Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45891407/6d2b29ac-f5f8-4617-ae4e-7a849ed42a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 15-Minute Wellington Harbour Helicopter Flight 15m Free cancellation available CA $238 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/15-minute-wellington-harbour-helicopter-flight.a45891407.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast 3h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $155 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Kapiti Coast and Foxton Area Beaches Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47095935/c38c69f2-7bf9-49aa-8364-9837b77438ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kapiti Coast and Foxton Area Beaches Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $789 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/kapiti-coast-and-foxton-area-beaches-day-tour.a47095935.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ![Fully customisable tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47095941/bb7dc8a8-deee-46b8-8a4d-490fb505963a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fully customisable tours 12h Free cancellation available CA $195 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/fully-customisable-tours.a47095941.activity-details?&rid=6127327&location=Wellington&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Wellington | Number of things to do | 77 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details): CA $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details)[Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour](/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-tour.a46489342.activity-details)[Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details)[Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details)[Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion](/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-tour.a1395141.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details)[Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details)[Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](/things-to-do/guided-tour-admission-to-the-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details)[Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour](/things-to-do/discover-wellington-3-hour-city-tour.a49178865.activity-details)[Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour](/things-to-do/intro-to-wellington-bike-tour.a1395445.activity-details) | | With kids | [Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details)[Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour](/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-tour.a46489342.activity-details)[Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details)[Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details)[Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details) | ## What to do in Wellington --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Wellington ![Te Papa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108396/44ec87bf-6a75-4967-b806-437fa78f80d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Papa 5/5(53 reviews) See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Papa-Wellington.d6108396.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cuba Street Mall showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125704/433cf8d5-c501-4e1a-be46-6a28bb064a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuba Street Mall 4.5/5(42 reviews) Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuba-Street-Mall-Te-Aro.d6125704.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/c5a366f5-35f5-4903-88da-f7675385ef94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Central Business District 4/5(37 reviews) 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 scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Central-Business-District-Wellington.d3000664964.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wellington City panorama, with Cricket Field in the foreground, from the top of the Cable Car towards Mt. Victoria, North Island New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 403834285; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169870/26dbe6c4-85d7-4d42-b16a-e4c78944a7f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lambton Quay 4/5(15 reviews) During your visit to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Lambton-Quay-Pipitea.d6169870.Vacation-Attraction) ![Courtenay Place showing a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158687/48e1dbe1-02b9-420d-912c-8aded902cfad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Courtenay Place 4.5/5(13 reviews) Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets. [](https://expedia.ca/Courtenay-Place-Te-Aro.d6158687.Vacation-Attraction) ![Weta Workshop which includes a statue or sculpture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156265/b05b593a-0758-4e66-a227-9c3b27484c3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Weta Cave 4.5/5(9 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Weta-Cave-Miramar.d6156265.Vacation-Attraction) ![TSB Arena featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158685/3303f8cd-ea79-4f65-b746-e2d6995b4f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TSB Bank Arena Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more. [](https://expedia.ca/TSB-Bank-Arena-Wellington-CBD.d6158685.Vacation-Attraction) ![Michael Fowler Centre featuring modern architecture, a city and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108390/47135685-8059-4d2c-b933-a61bf43f4ce8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Oriental-Bay.dx553248635974586906) ![Wellington and Petone Harbour views, Lower Hutt, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126352/c54947a5-07b7-48c3-bc53-6a7527dfdeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Petone 4/5(3 area reviews) Nestled between the Hutt River and Wellington Harbour, Petone boasts a sandy beach for family swimming and a historic main street with unique businesses. Explore the Petone Settlers Museum or stroll along the Hutt River. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Petone.dx6126352) ![Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . 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