Popular places to visit

Island Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

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.

Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
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Other neighbourhoods around Island Bay

Berhampore
When in Berhampore, you can plan a visit to Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.

Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Kilbirnie
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.

Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.