Title: Visit Kelburn: Best of Kelburn, Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Kelburn](https://expedia.ca/Kelburn-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248635975870376-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kelburn Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kelburn.d553248635975870376.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kelburn Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Kelburn.d553248635975870376.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Kelburn ## Wellington ![Wellington Cable Car ascending on a beautiful day. Wellington New Zealand, Shutterstock ID 1354194941, Purchase Order: SP-1822 ANZ-18120 Wotif Search Engine - Destination Imagery, Order Number: , Clie](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870376/780d9364-9ef3-48e6-be59-ff3f0d272936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Cable Car ascending on a beautiful day. Wellington New Zealand, Shutterstock ID 1354194941, Purchase Order: SP-1822 ANZ-18120 Wotif Search Engine - Destination Imagery, Order Number: , Clie](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870376/780d9364-9ef3-48e6-be59-ff3f0d272936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We spent a week on the North Island of New Zealand (our 9th country) in 2014...starting in Auckland and ending in Wellington. This shot is from the top of the cable car looking out over the city. #lens4change](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/8a097f04-1c96-46ec-8232-818a8c36e222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Very worthwhile if in Wellington ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/418fa209-4cf8-40a4-9cfb-486df158a47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The iconic Wellington cable car pic. Had to do it. Definitely worth the effort for the view! The ride is fun too with lights in the tunnels :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/a733df7a-dc54-4af4-a5d4-65ca83b3f31d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kelburn Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Victoria University's Law School in Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108422/486732fa-2729-4a2e-9bc4-157db12ae4c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Victoria University of Wellington Explore the campus of Victoria University of Wellington as part of your travels around Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Victoria-University-Of-Wellington-Kelburn.d6108422.Vacation-Attraction) ![Zealandia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112758/6609c2fb-36ba-4194-985c-ef1b3ef66c86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Zealandia-Kelburn.d6112758.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wellington Botanic Garden showing a garden, forests and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108420/878c57ca-4c91-4ea6-9a0f-dd3fab958d57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Botanic Gardens A horticultural hot spot of color and sweet fragrances features native plants, rare trees and glowing insects. [](https://expedia.ca/Botanic-Gardens-Kelburn.d6108420.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cable Car Museum featuring street scenes and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158689/12965201-f2d6-4dfa-844a-5aa245b31035.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cable Car Museum This free museum tells the story of Wellington’s cable car since its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century. [](https://expedia.ca/Cable-Car-Museum-Kelburn.d6158689.Vacation-Attraction) ![Carter Observatory featuring an observatory and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108424/ca4e0bae-998e-4888-aeb0-00e3b5d1a841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Carter-Observatory-Kelburn.d6108424.Vacation-Attraction) ![Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156267/fef7159d-48bb-48d9-8db9-061cad831f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Interislander Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour CA $144 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Time for a rest.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast CA $161 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![Zealandia Twilight Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/792001/3d1c01d7-087f-4055-9617-c64dfa1ae1da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zealandia Twilight Tour CA $91 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/zealandia-twilight-tour.a792001.activity-details) ![View of Miramar from Mt Vic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395141/468c731b-38c7-442f-a536-69de353c2ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion CA $161 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-guided-ebike-tour-cruise-shore-excursion.a1395141.activity-details) ![Wellington Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396467/f0ad91f8-0d40-4c7a-b8bc-b3d1400c4f39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Electric Bike Rental CA $70 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-rental.a1396467.activity-details) ![Intro to Wellington Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395445/e2d35b06-3535-4910-97a5-aa7598b0b353.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour CA $119 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/easy-rider-two-hour-wellington-ebike-tour.a1395445.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Kelburn Hotel Deals ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/02929c99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington CA $144 CA $165 total Mar 14 - Mar 15 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Great value for money. The room was a great size, massive bed, and nice lounge area in the room. Great that it is on site of the airport. Highly recommend. Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870376) ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace Wellington CA $120 CA $138 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,701 reviews) Staff were helpful and patient with the questions we had. Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870376) ![Rydges Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1593300/1593277/963b0daa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington 75 Featherston St Wellington CA $142 CA $163 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews) The room was spacious. We ate at the Portland, the hotel restaurant and had delicious beef fillet. Very nice stay. Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1593277&PinnedHotelID=1593277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870376) ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington CA $134 CA $155 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,453 reviews) Gilmer was great! The room was nice, clean and had everything we needed! We loved the location and the staff were helpful and friendly. Would recommend!! Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870376) ![Naumi Studio Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977353/9e768313_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Naumi Studio Wellington 213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington CA $105 CA $122 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (961 reviews) Location was good, great buffet. Room…..way too small for two people’s….no place for luggage! Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=977353&PinnedHotelID=977353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870376) ![ibis Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892500/892402/42c96629_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Wellington 153 Featherston St Wellington CA $95 CA $110 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Room was clean, staff were friendly and courteous. Matters requiring attention Room 829: 1\. Ensuite sink needs drain unblocking 2\. Ensuite air extraction very poor, everything steamed up very quickly 3\. TV console trim coming adrift, needs glueing back in place before a guest walking between bed ... Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=892402&PinnedHotelID=892402&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870376) [See all 482 properties in Kelburn](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975870376) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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New Zealand Capital. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976385887/1a6d6dad-62df-48ab-8db5-e53cf176e768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wellington CBD Inner-city suburb boasting high-rise buildings and the financial heart of the region, Wellington Central offers access to Civic Square, Town Hall, Central Library, and the Wellington Cable Car. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Wellington-CBD.dx553248635976385887) ![St Paul\'s Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112756/9e4b453e-c7e6-470f-a952-958f675bec07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Thorndon While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Thorndon.dx553248635974586908) ![Wellington which includes a sunset, a city and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/69a61606-2467-46c3-a8ab-1dc39eeeb73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Wellington-Waterfront.dx553248635171298248) ![Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/7575a002-4af5-4560-aef7-c876066f639e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Te Aro Discover New Zealand's largest entertainment district, bustling with bars, clubs, theaters, and galleries. Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Te-Aro.dx553248635943691114) ![Good morning!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/b377bc70-dfbd-4593-8084-58d0c7b501b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pipitea If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Archives New Zealand are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Pipitea.dx693198877743480832) ![Pied Shag, shaking off the water after a dive for a fish lunch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/8cff9d89-3b32-4fea-bbbe-02671ef39a18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Karori While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Karori.dx553248635976007575) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Kelburn ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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