Popular places to visit
Zealandia
Explore the great outdoors at Zealandia, a lovely green space in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Carter Observatory
You can study the exhibits at Carter Observatory, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Cable Car Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Cable Car Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Te Papa
You can study the exhibits at Te Papa, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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 scene in this walkable area.
Kelburn Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
The staff were very helpful. The room wasn’t perfect, but very good.
Reviewed on 1 December 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
I was so happy with the customer service , Very helpful and I will recommend them to friends and family who travel to Wellington New Zealand in the future. 💯 recommendation from myself
Reviewed on 30 November 2025
Rydges Wellington
The room was very nice. The restaurant food was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 December 2025
Bolton Hotel
Very comfortable room, with small kitchenette. Staff was very friendly. Parking is tough, but that is true throughout the city.
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and functional. Staff were very helpful and helped explain how to get to nearby amenities, attractions and restaurants.
Reviewed on 4 December 2025
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Great location and surprisingly quiet considering there was a lot on in Wellington that weekend. Room was spacious and well appointed.
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kelburn
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.
Thorndon
While visiting Thorndon, you might make a stop by sights like Lambton Quay and National Library.
Wellington Waterfront
The ample dining options and fascinating 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.
Te Aro
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.
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.
Karori
While Karori isn't home to many top sights, Zealandia and Botanic Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kelburn
- Zealandia
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Botanic Gardens
- Kelburn Park
- Carter Observatory
- Cable Car Museum
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- The Weta Cave
- Michael Fowler Centre
- TSB Bank Arena
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Hospital
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Zoo
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Wellington Cable Car
- Waitangi Park
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- St James Theatre
- Oriental Parade
- Beehive
- Massey University
- The Opera House
- Trentham Racecourse
- Petone Foreshore
- Basin Reserve
