Title: Visit Wellington Waterfront: Best of Wellington Waterfront, Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Wellington Waterfront](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Waterfront-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248635171298248-0.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)[Wellington Waterfront Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Wellington-Waterfront.d553248635171298248.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wellington Waterfront Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Waterfront.d553248635171298248.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Wellington Waterfront ## Wellington ![Wellington Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/69a61606-2467-46c3-a8ab-1dc39eeeb73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/f645d299-a195-4f86-ae1b-4e2501e5d8b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/691c3cd5-c19e-4911-89f4-5725608ad50e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/fb6e8edd-9724-4691-8771-5d3a049c844a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/2a771df6-c503-4395-a219-fbbebf07858d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Wellington Waterfront Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![TSB Bank Arena](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) ![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 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) ![Museum of Wellington City and Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108418/4f37668f-0e77-42e0-b7c0-93032cdeec31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of Wellington City and Sea A free museum for all the family that charts the role the sea played in shaping modern-day Wellington. [](https://expedia.ca/Museum-Of-Wellington-City-And-Sea-Wellington-CBD.d6108418.Vacation-Attraction) ![Frank Kitts Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108416/3b5cd58b-5ce5-434f-a946-50f699837c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Frank Kitts Park Explore the great outdoors at Frank Kitts Park, a lovely green space in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Frank-Kitts-Park-Wellington-CBD.d6108416.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre Learn about the events happening at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Takina-Wellington-Convention-And-Exhibition-Centre-Wellington.d788681962691174400.Vacation-Attraction) #### Queen's Wharf Event Centre Learn about the events happening at Queen's Wharf Event Centre during your trip to Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Queens-Wharf-Event-Centre-Wellington-CBD.d553248621563224386.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Coast to the Weta cave ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46489342/2a190fcd-c68c-462f-b459-c9faeb38d8e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour CA $68 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-sightseeing-tour.a46489342.activity-details) ![Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49178865/82548635-701e-4904-89f1-cf9e080dd8d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour CA $71 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-wellington-3-hour-city-tour.a49178865.activity-details) ![Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/9ab55774-da07-41ac-8759-53ff73b13b55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour CA $140 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5246562/d91ac7a0-5389-43d2-8ccd-12db322185e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour CA $152 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour.a5246562.activity-details) ![Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/939ea9d1-679b-439b-b80b-c83b52060e28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast CA $156 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4553694/59fc92f7-72f2-44cc-a1c3-8c4a5b07a4de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket CA $10 per adult **78%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Wellington Waterfront Hotel Deals ![Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5590000/5588900/5588822/11cc03ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT 90 Cable Street, Wellington CA $139 CA $160 total Apr 27 - Apr 28 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Overall great quality Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=5588822&PinnedHotelID=5588822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635171298248) ![QT Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376400/1376357/f6292bc8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### QT Wellington 90 Cable Street Wellington CA $181 CA $208 total May 3 - May 4 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable! After a long day of traveling, we decided to valet park and it was worth it rather than finding another parking garage and knowing it was safe in their hands we kept our bigger luggage in the car. They allowed us ... Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=1376357&PinnedHotelID=1376357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635171298248) ![U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6310000/6300200/6300159/85afb145_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### U Residence Hotel, Signature Collection by BW 181 Wakefield Street Wellington CA $159 CA $183 total May 3 - May 4 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Interislander Ferry ... 9/10 Wonderful! (429 reviews) Photos on booking site make it look okay but the reality is dingy and jaded accommodation. Spend you money in a proper hotel. Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=6300159&PinnedHotelID=6300159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635171298248) ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/fd5b0cb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace Wellington CA $110 CA $126 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,718 reviews) Great location and easy access to main streets. Outside of buildings run down but it doesn’t reflect the atmosphere inside. All staff we dealt with were great. We will stay again Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=24850&PinnedHotelID=24850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635171298248) ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/7a3e7195_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington CA $143 CA $164 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Wonderful staff. Excellent dinner in the restaurant. Very convenient for the airport and good discounts from the EVT program. Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635171298248) ![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 $129 CA $149 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 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! (1,006 reviews) The hotel is well sighted - convenient, parking using valet service a real plus, easy to get to Staff were really helpful Room was good Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=1593277&PinnedHotelID=1593277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635171298248) [See all 485 properties in Wellington Waterfront](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635171298248) 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) ![Te Aro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/7575a002-4af5-4560-aef7-c876066f639e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Te Aro 4.5/5(51 area reviews) 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) ![Oriental Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/9b8cdab7-b1a0-441a-847a-5b2e04d0f9de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oriental Bay 4.5/5(5 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Oriental-Bay.dx553248635974586906) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kelburn While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Kelburn.dx553248635975870376) ![Mount Victoria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/1ec89cfe-7a03-449e-9e02-80bfb5d2ea25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Victoria If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Mount-Victoria.dx693197754977894400) ![Thorndon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112756/9e4b453e-c7e6-470f-a952-958f675bec07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Thorndon 4.5/5(3 area reviews) While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library. 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