Oriental Bay Travel Guide
Wellington
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Popular places to visit

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.

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

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

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.

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

Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington’s main stage for conferences and indoor events features award-winning architecture and a year-round calendar of music and arts events.
Things to do

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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

Full Day Tour of Wellington

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Top hotels in Oriental Bay

Bay Plaza Hotel
Staff from reception to room attendants were great.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Ohtel Wellington
Welcoming staff manager Shandra and lady who prepared our delicious breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for flights.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Rydges Wellington
Receptionist and concierge extremely helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Oriental Bay

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

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

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.

Te Aro
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.

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.

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






