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 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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Waterfront showing a coastal town and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/f645d299-a195-4f86-ae1b-4e2501e5d8b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington which includes a city, night scenes and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/691c3cd5-c19e-4911-89f4-5725608ad50e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Waterfront which includes a city, a river or creek and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171298248/fb6e8edd-9724-4691-8771-5d3a049c844a.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 ![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) ![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) ![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 showing a playground and a city as well as a small group of people](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 acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums 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 lively bars in this walkable area. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Queens-Wharf-Event-Centre-Wellington-CBD.d553248621563224386.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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) ![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) ![Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/467476/f02c447f-f801-45af-9a5c-c06ad18f0e71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa CA $29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.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) [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/6000000/5590000/5588900/5588822/1555e4c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Museum Apartment Hotel, Independent Collection by EVT 90 Cable Street, Wellington CA $163 CA $187 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. 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Explore Te Aro Park, the waterfront area, and Cuba Street's vibrant shops, cafes, and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Te-Aro.dx553248635943691114) ![Wellington Fountain](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(4 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. 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