Things to do in Wellington
Explore thousands of activities with free cancellation and no added fees.
Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more.
Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel.
Most popular experiences in Wellington
Tours & day trips
See all 73 activitiesOpens in new tab
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington
Private & custom tours
See all 16 activitiesOpens in new tab
Fully customisable tours
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 11 activitiesOpens in new tab
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington
Water activities
See all 3 activitiesOpens in new tab
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour
Wildlife & nature
See all 3 activitiesOpens in new tab
Seal Coast Safari Tour by 4x4
What to do in Wellington
Popular places to visit
Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Wellington Central Business District
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 galleries in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Wellington Zoo
Get up close to cuddly big cats, playful pandas, elegant giraffes and cheeky gibbons at the country's oldest zoo.
The Weta Cave
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.
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.
Wellington Cable Car
Take a ride on one of Wellington’s iconic cable cars for a great way to see the city as well as to reach the big attractions.
Zealandia
A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.
Areas of Wellington
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.
Te Aro
Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.
Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.
Wellington Waterfront
The abundant dining options and interesting 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.
Johnsonville
Some popular features of Johnsonville include its shopping and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Interislander Ferry Terminal or Sky Stadium are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check things to do near me to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be.
- Hotels near Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Hotels near Cuba Street Mall
- Hotels near Wellington Central Business District
- Hotels near Wellington Hospital
- Hotels near Courtenay Place
- Hotels near Beehive
- Hotels near Lambton Quay
- Hotels near TSB Bank Arena
- Hotels near St James Theatre
- Hotels near Oriental Parade
- Hotels near Mount Victoria Lookout
- Hotels near Newtown Park