Title: Visit Wellington CBD: Best of Wellington CBD, Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Wellington CBD](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-CBD-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248635976385887-0.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 CBD Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Wellington-CBD.d553248635976385887.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wellington CBD Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-CBD.d553248635976385887.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Wellington CBD ## Wellington ![Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976385887/1a6d6dad-62df-48ab-8db5-e53cf176e768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976385887/2146a0b9-35ff-44e9-b410-fa38c7e8e9d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington CBD](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/c5a366f5-35f5-4903-88da-f7675385ef94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington CBD](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/0fbee234-da34-4b60-8240-c60f0b2ed84b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington CBD](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/f154017c-b8f7-413f-882f-7e559f56ae53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Wellington CBD 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) ![Michael Fowler Centre](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. [](https://expedia.ca/Michael-Fowler-Centre-Wellington-CBD.d6108390.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wellington Cable Car](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158683/0991bdda-ce60-45b9-bd21-a31a7d7a9795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Cable Car 4.5/5(17 reviews) Rise above the crowds on this famous attraction: the red cable cars that travel up a steep slope to Wellington Botanic Garden. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Cable-Car-Wellington-CBD.d6158683.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wellington Town Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158681/e41429e3-dcee-4f18-ab11-f471e1046227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Town Hall Catch an event at Wellington Town Hall during your trip to Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Town-Hall-Wellington-CBD.d6158681.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) ![City Gallery Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108388/3473f387-7151-452b-842c-999aaa6305cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Gallery Wellington 4/5(1 review) Enjoy eclectic and cutting-edge contemporary art at this free gallery. [](https://expedia.ca/City-Gallery-Wellington-Wellington-CBD.d6108388.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 CBD Hotel Deals ![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=553248635976385887) ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/1ea2b123_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington CA $97 CA $112 total Apr 27 - Apr 28 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! (1,504 reviews) The apartment was very good, clean, comfortable had all you need for a short stay and making simple meals. Very handy for central Wellington and parking on site. Helpful staff and clean rooms. Don’t expect a view, its surrounded by multistorey carparks and the back of other hotels. Biut very few ... Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385887) ![Bolton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1158200/1158140/bd535514_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bolton Hotel Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets Wellington CA $136 CA $157 total Apr 17 - Apr 18 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 and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Always a good stay. Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=1158140&PinnedHotelID=1158140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385887) ![InterContinental Wellington by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19100/19028/76fae2fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InterContinental Wellington by IHG 2 Grey Street Wellington CA $213 CA $245 total Apr 17 - Apr 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Always a pleasure to stay at this hotel. We didnt spend much time in the hotel this trip, but its nice to return to a great hotel after a long day and its in the heart of the CBD Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=19028&PinnedHotelID=19028&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385887) ![ibis Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892500/892402/48b2e8cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Wellington 153 Featherston St Wellington CA $79 CA $91 total Apr 17 - Apr 18 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! (1,002 reviews) Great location walking distance to waterfront, te papa, cable car etc. Reaturant is great value for money. Loved late night beers watching NRL. The buffett breakfast is 10/10 including a giant nutella to pump onto buttery toast. Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=892402&PinnedHotelID=892402&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385887) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19858900/19858858/78563242_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington Corner of Lambton Quay and Grey Street Wellington NZ Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $151 CA $174 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 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 and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Overall very good stay, restraunt staff were excellent and the room was well appointed and comfortable. Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=19858858&PinnedHotelID=19858858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976385887) [See all 484 properties in Wellington CBD](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635976385887) 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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A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Wellington-Waterfront.dx553248635171298248) ![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) ![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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Thorndon.dx553248635974586908) ![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) ![Pipitea](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 Old St Paul's are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Pipitea.dx693198877743480832) ![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) --- --- - [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) # Wellington CBD ![](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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