Title: Visit Karaka Bays: Best of Karaka Bays, Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Karaka Bays](https://expedia.ca/Karaka-Bays-Wellington-Hotels.0-n693197767213416448-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Karaka Bays Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Karaka-Bays.d693197767213416448.Car-Rental-Guide)[Karaka Bays Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Karaka-Bays.d693197767213416448.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Karaka Bays ## Wellington ## Visit Karaka Bays Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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(30 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.ca/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cuba Street Mall showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle 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 4.5/5(42 reviews) Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart. [](https://expedia.ca/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 5/5(53 reviews) See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Papa-Wellington.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(37 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.ca/Wellington-Central-Business-District-Wellington.d3000664964.Vacation-Attraction) ![TSB Arena featuring 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 Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more. [](https://expedia.ca/TSB-Bank-Arena-Wellington-CBD.d6158685.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108384/c2d3b2f3-2e8e-4f8b-982b-29ed95a6d3aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Stadium 4.5/5(3 reviews) Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Westpac-Stadium-Pipitea.d6108384.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 CA $144 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Time for a rest.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast CA $161 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.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 CA $91 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/zealandia-twilight-tour.a792001.activity-details) ![Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/467476/f02c447f-f801-45af-9a5c-c06ad18f0e71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa CA $29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details) ![Wellington Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396467/f0ad91f8-0d40-4c7a-b8bc-b3d1400c4f39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Electric Bike Rental CA $70 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-rental.a1396467.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 CA $119 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/easy-rider-two-hour-wellington-ebike-tour.a1395445.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Karaka Bays Hotel Deals ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/02929c99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington CA $150 CA $172 total Mar 7 - Mar 8 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. 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Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1593277&PinnedHotelID=1593277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693197767213416448) ![Gilmer Apartment Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1633900/1633802/949d1c70_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gilmer Apartment Hotel 10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington CA $147 CA $169 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,470 reviews) Nice two bedroom. Staff are Great! Rooms clean! Close to amenities. Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1633802&PinnedHotelID=1633802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693197767213416448) ![Naumi Studio Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977353/9e768313_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Naumi Studio Wellington 213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington CA $104 CA $120 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (975 reviews) We were really looking forward to our stay. I had spent a long time choosing to stay based on reviews so maybe had higher expectations than I should have. Unfortunately the uncourteous receptionist set the stay off on a sour note. She was curt and unwelcoming, and this continued when we had to ask ... 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Lucky for us the weather was spectacular everyday. #wellington #wellingtonsign #newzealand #windy #miramar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/a8b8c1c1-b018-4bc4-9f01-b06567d28cd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miramar Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Miramar.dx3000428858) ![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 :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/e2a2933c-6707-4860-b16e-293d676cc775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hataitai If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hataitai and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade. 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