Oriental Bay

Wellington
Photo by Paul Billaney
Photo by Paul Billaney

Popular places to visit

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Oriental Parade

During your visit to Wellington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Oriental Parade. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Oriental Parade
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Te Papa

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

Te Papa
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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 acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
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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
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Courtenay Place

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
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Wellington Zoo

Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.

Wellington Zoo

Things to do

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Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour

CA $275
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

CA $973
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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7-Day Coasts and Culture From Auckland

CA $1,669
Per adult
7-Day Coasts and Culture From Auckland
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Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

CA $167
Per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
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Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

CA $79
Per adult
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour
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30 Mins Lamborghini Supercar Passenger Experience

CA $184
Per adult
30 Mins Lamborghini Supercar Passenger Experience
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Oriental Bay Hotel Deals

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is CA $125 per night from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3
CA $125
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Very clean, tidy, and quiet. Lovely spacious rooms with great views."

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Bay Plaza Hotel
Bay Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
40 Oriental Parade, Wellington
The price is CA $96 per night from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2
CA $96
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable for our stay and close to the city action , little bit noisy from the Saturday night pub scene and place was a little dated but clean"

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Bay Plaza Hotel
Ohtel Wellington
Ohtel Wellington
4.5 out of 5
66 Oriental Parade, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $172 per night from May 30 to May 31
CA $172
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Te Papa and Cuba Street Mall ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (302 reviews)
"stayed here for 2 nights - excellent location, accommodation had everything we needed , staff were really helpful and the breakfast was great - would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

Ohtel Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is CA $103 per night from Jun. 27 to Jun. 28
CA $103
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,047 reviews)
"The James cook is a great hotel. Convenient to down town and great car parking. Staff very friendly and efficient"

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is CA $98 per night from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17
CA $98
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (477 reviews)
"Lovely stay, will stay next time I am in Wellington"

Reviewed on May 22, 2024

Naumi Studio Wellington
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is CA $131 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $131
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great central city location. We loved the pool and spa. Cleanliness could have been a bit better as the room seemed in need of a more deep clean ie. under beds, bathroom mirror, bathroom tiles. Guest in the room above us kept us awake with loud stomping for hours on one of the nights. One lift was ..."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Oriental Bay

Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a city, a bay or harbor and night scenes

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

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.

Hataitai
Wellington showing a sunset, a bridge and a bay or harbor

Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating 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
Courtenay Place featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.

Te Aro
Wellington which includes kayaking or canoeing and interior views

Wellington CBD

While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery.

Wellington CBD
Old St Paul\'s showing a church or cathedral and street scenes

Pipitea

If you're spending some time in Pipitea, Sky Stadium and Beehive are top sights worth seeing.

Pipitea

Oriental Bay

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