Thorndon Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
St Paul's Cathedral
Built over nearly half a century, this earthquake-proof cathedral is filled with stunning works of art and is among the most sacred sites in Wellington.
National Library
See the vast collection of books and use the interactive exhibits to learn about a young nation’s history at New Zealand’s most important library.
Te Papa
Engage your senses with a trip to this New Zealand museum, home to the national art collection and interactive exhibits on everything from nature to Māori legend.
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.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Activities
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour
Private Lord of the Rings Tour Wellington with Lunch
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Shore Excursion for Cruise Ships
From Wellington: Half-Day Foodie Tour of the Wairarapa
Wētā Unleashed Creative Workshop - Intro into World Building
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Other neighbourhoods around Thorndon
Pipitea
If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Parliament House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kelburn
While visiting Kelburn, you might make a stop by sights like Botanic Gardens and Zealandia.
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.
Northland
While Northland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Botanic Gardens and New Zealand Parliament Buildings.
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.
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- More holiday ideas
- St Paul's Cathedral
- Khandallah Park
- National Library
- Katherine Mansfield Memorial Park
- Ascot Street
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Wellington Zoo
- Sky Stadium
- Zealandia
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- Wellington Cable Car
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Massey University
- Lambton Quay
- TSB Bank Arena
- The Opera House
- Basin Reserve
- St James Theatre
- Beehive
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Newtown Park
- Oriental Parade
- Petone Foreshore