Oriental Bay Travel Guide

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
Cuba Street Mall showing 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
Te Papa

Te Papa

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

Te Papa
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 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

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

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

Courtenay Place

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 Oriental Bay

Bay Plaza Hotel

Bay Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Oriental Parade Wellington
The price is ฿2,161 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,161
฿2,485 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 ฿5,418 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿5,418
฿6,231 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,147 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿2,147
฿2,470 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! (1,667 reviews)
Easy parking and convenient location.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿2,962 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
฿2,962
฿3,406 total
24 Jan - 25 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! (1,006 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
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿2,980 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,980
฿3,427 total
22 Feb - 23 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! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿2,593 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,593
฿2,982 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! (1,436 reviews)
We booked a room with night of parking. Nice to have washer dryer although we did not use it. Comforetable room

Reviewed on 21 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 city, a sunset and a bridge

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
A view of Port Nicholson Wellington New Zealand from Khandallah looking towards Mount Victoria

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
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Mount Cook

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

Mount Cook

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