Title: Visit Newtown: 2026 Newtown, Wellington Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Newtown](https://expedia.com/Newtown-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248635974587200-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Newtown](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Newtown.d553248635974587200.Car-Rental-Guide)[Newtown Vacations](https://expedia.com/Newtown.d553248635974587200.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Newtown ## Wellington ![Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/b2957f79-0126-44b2-95be-4e66b1786c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/b2957f79-0126-44b2-95be-4e66b1786c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/1c1fcaae-e2bb-4962-a98e-f53344a1541b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/a39c09a0-b8ea-48a0-a66f-2303ee3e0ff2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/9a21809b-bcdf-48f1-9d92-5cb765752571.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Newtown Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Wellington Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/16f90ce4-d83a-49c8-a19d-e399d2514d18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Zoo 4.5/5(15 reviews) Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Zoo-Newtown.d6112760.Vacation-Attraction) ![Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156267/fef7159d-48bb-48d9-8db9-061cad831f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Interislander Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(100 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cuba Street Mall featuring cafe scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125704/433cf8d5-c501-4e1a-be46-6a28bb064a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuba Street Mall 4/5(130 reviews) Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart. [](https://expedia.com/Cuba-Street-Mall-Te-Aro.d6125704.Vacation-Attraction) ![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 4.5/5(160 reviews) See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum. [](https://expedia.com/Te-Papa-Te-Aro.d6108396.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/c5a366f5-35f5-4903-88da-f7675385ef94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Central Business District 4/5(81 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Central-Business-District-Te-Aro.d3000664964.Vacation-Attraction) ![TSB Arena showing 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 4/5(4 reviews) Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more. [](https://expedia.com/TSB-Bank-Arena-Wellington-CBD.d6158685.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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 $104 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048991/f751018e-ef97-484f-b742-42986d154180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch $194 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-lotr-experience-includes-weta-and-lunch.a47048991.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 $66 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/zealandia-twilight-tour.a792001.activity-details) ![Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48922127/0357ddfc-2990-4f00-b69a-ec8f750b94c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington $134 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/capital-bites.a48922127.activity-details) ![Intro to Wellington Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395445/e2d35b06-3535-4910-97a5-aa7598b0b353.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour $86 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/easy-rider-two-hour-wellington-ebike-tour.a1395445.activity-details) ![Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47606056/b306b521-9c54-4716-85ed-7b19a245260a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington $51 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-small-group-walking-tour-in-wellington.a47606056.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Newtown Hotel Deals ![Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60030000/60029000/60028923/c63cad91_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford 22 Riddiford St Wellington Wellington $93 nightly $107 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wellington. 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