The Dowse Art Gallery displays contemporary art from New Zealand and elsewhere. Entry is free, although some exhibitions may have admission charges. Entrance on Laings Rd.
Belmont Regional Park
is a great place to wander around. If you've got all day then the walk up to Belmont Trig is very tiring yet enjoyable, with outstanding views in clear weather.If you want to go on a short walk then you can go from the end of Cornish Street, in Petone, up to the defunct Korokoro Dam.
Petone
the first colonial settlement in the Wellington area. Visit the early settlers museum and see the Jackson Street walk of fame.