Karaka Bays Travel Guide

Wellington

Popular places to visit

Te Papa

Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

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

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

Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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

4.5/5(15 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 galleries in this walkable area.

Wellington Central Business District
Wellington City panorama, with Cricket Field in the foreground, from the top of the Cable Car towards Mt. Victoria, North Island New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 403834285; Purchase Order: -

Lambton Quay

4.5/5(16 reviews)

During your visit to Wellington, you can do some window-shopping at Lambton Quay. Stroll along this family-friendly area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lambton Quay
Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Courtenay Place

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

Courtenay Place
Weta Workshop which includes interior views and a statue or sculpture

The Weta Cave

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.

The Weta Cave

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿219
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,075
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Time for a rest.

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

฿3,552
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

฿998
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Jump for joy at Parliament Building

Full Day Tour of Wellington

฿5,374
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour of Wellington
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Top hotels in Karaka Bays

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,126 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,126
฿2,445 total
1 Feb - 2 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! (1,660 reviews)
Brilliant central location with parking.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿2,870 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,870
฿3,300 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿3,186 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿3,186
฿3,664 total
7 Feb - 8 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Great location for an early morning deoarture the next day Plenty of parking to drop off luggage & check-in

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,569 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,569
฿2,955 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (1,433 reviews)
Quiet, clean and well presented in the rooms. Booking parking in advance is best. Walkable to town, mostly undercover if it's raining.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
213 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington Wellington
The price is ฿2,242 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,242
฿2,578 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (948 reviews)
General vibe of the hotel.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿2,061 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,061
฿2,370 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Only parking let this down. Everything else was fine.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

ibis Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Karaka Bays

Weta Workshop showing interior views and art

Miramar

Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.

Miramar
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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
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Oriental Bay

5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Kilbirnie

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider stopping by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kilbirnie
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a city

Mount Victoria

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

Mount Victoria
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Newtown

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