Oriental Bay

Wellington

Wellington Fountain
Wellington Fountain
Wellington on a good day
A predawn view of the recently rebuilt Chaffers Wharf, with the CBD of Wellington behind, as seen from a small breakwater near Freyberg Pool
The beach at Oriental Bay

Popular places to visit

Wellington Fountain

Oriental Parade

During your visit to Wellington, you can enjoy retail therapy at Oriental Parade. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Oriental Parade
Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand

Interislander Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Interislander Ferry Terminal
Te Papa featuring night scenes, theatre scenes and modern architecture

Te Papa

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
Cuba Street Mall which includes café scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Cuba Street Mall

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

Cuba Street Mall
View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay

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.

Wellington Central Business District
Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama

Sky Stadium

Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sky Stadium

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

HK$54
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Time for a rest.

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

HK$875
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

HK$785
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Zealandia Twilight Tour

Zealandia Twilight Tour

HK$493
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Zealandia Twilight Tour
Exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours, check out Wellingtons latest Car Museum, Cars Inc

Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples

HK$740
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

HK$1,323
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
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Top hotels in Oriental Bay

Bay Plaza Hotel

Bay Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is HK$550 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$550
HK$633 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (998 reviews)
Outdated, but reasonably comfortable. Fan didn’t work and could hear people in next room snoring.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Bay Plaza Hotel
Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
66 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is HK$1,215 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
HK$1,215
HK$1,427 total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (362 reviews)
Friendly staff

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Ohtel Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is HK$849 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
HK$849
HK$976 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room, such a conveylocation

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is HK$784 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$784
HK$902 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Great rooms, lovely staff, great location 🙂

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is HK$523 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$523
HK$605 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,670 reviews)
The room was spotless and the service of all the staff was great

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is HK$563 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$563
HK$652 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,439 reviews)
The room was spotless and the staff was great

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Oriental Bay

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Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
On the way to the airport or nearby suburbs, stop for a wander down the beach here. Or, park here and walk right around to Oriental Bay and the Wellington waterfront - it's so beautiful all the way along! You can see the 'Wowington' sign in the distance too :)

Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai
Wellington which includes a bridge, a bay or harbour and a city

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.

Wellington Waterfront
Slow Boat Records is a fantastic record store in the heart of Wellington. They have a large and varied selection of records, with a big emphasis on local music, including several Maori records. A great stop for any music lover!

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
Wellington City, Aerial Panorama. New Zealand Capital.

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.

Wellington CBD
Mont Cook

Mount Cook

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

Mount Cook

Oriental Bay