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 Busy fishing bay |
The Parade Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
Watch the fishing boats come and go, from one of Wellington's most well-known and easily accessed bays. With a small island jutting out in the middle, divers, swimmers and small boats, this lovely bay is ideal for all ages. It has inspired artwork by well-known New Zealand artist Rita Angus, and continues to inspire art students from the art school in nearby Erskine College. Watch, from the sea wall, the tidal flow between the island and the shore on an outgoing tide, the busy fishing boats coming and going, divers, rock hoppers and beachcombers exploring. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Alan Turner |
 Photo: Angelica Tan |
 Photo: Teresa Yang |
 Photo: Flora |
 Photo: David Frampton |
 Photo: James |
 Photo: Demelza Smith |
 Photo: Annegreet & Frederic |
 Photo: Ruthieru |
 Photo: Nurul Ain Ibrahim |
 Photo: David Quick |
 Photo: Keri Kaba |
 Photo: Rebecca Lineham |
 Photo: Elaine Deegan |
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Surf's up |
Lyall Bay Wellington 6003 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
If riding waves by board, body or just jumping in them is what you like then this is the beach to head for. With a breakwater at one end to create waves for riding, rocks at the other end for clambering over and safe swimming in between, this beach will keep you amused for hours. Watch the ferries pass by and the aeroplanes come and go while you relax on the white sand of this popular beach. When you have had enough there is a great ice cream store close by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Phillip Capper  |
 Photo: Christopher Sibley |
 Photo: Christine Davis |
 Photo: Joe |
 Photo: Antony Batten |
 Photo: Rich Childs |
 Photo: alex raynes-goldie |
 Photo: alex raynes-goldie |
 Photo: adze45 |
 Photo: Polly Haws |
 Photo: anne |
 Photo: vu_mt97 |
 Photo: Mark Gee |
 Photo: Yvonne Fuchs |
 Photo: Cathy A |
 Photo: Alan Ing |
 Photo: Robyn Wilkinson |
 Photo: Miriam Tong |
 Photo: Jon Bowen |
 Photo: Xavier Quilambaqui |
 Photo: Michael D |
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Popular scenic high point |
Alexandra Lookout Road Mount Victoria Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
The high point on Wellington's Southern Walkway, Mount Victoria, easily accessible by foot or vehicle, is undoubtedly the capital city's favourite lookout. Popular with the tourists for its spectacular bird's-eye view of the city and surrounds, the site is also appealing to locals. On warm summer evenings there is nowhere better to enjoy your fish and chips than with a glass of red wine and a view of the setting sun as it descends behind the surrounding hills. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Mike Harre |
 Photo: Ken Stewart |
 Photo: Olli Siebelt |
 Photo: Michael Napoleon |
 Photo: Jonzer The Mighty |
 Photo: Kirsten Lowe |
 Photo: rendy phu |
 Photo: kateuk |
 Photo: Tara Stevens |
 Photo: Bill Marciante |
 Photo: Richie Spearin |
 Photo: Paul Upham |
 Photo: Pete Criddle |
 Photo: J&M Woodthorpe-Smith |
 Photo: James Moss |
 Photo: adze45 |
 Photo: Javier Riveros |
 Photo: David Yeo T B |
 Photo: Paperetta |
 Photo: Robbin Merritt |
 Photo: Alan and Cara Tate |
 Photo: michaelasantos |
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Scan the cityscape |
Oriental Bay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
If you are arriving in Wellington by air, ask the taxi driver to divert via the bays and your reward will be the most inspiring views available from any of the city's many vantage points. The landlocked harbourside city is resplendent no matter what the weather's mood. However, as the song says, "You can't beat Wellington on a good day"! In fact, on fine days the bay teems with people on in-line skates, children on bikes and in strollers, swimmers, runners and walkers and the local dairy does a roaring trade in ice creams. Treat yourself! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Miraz Jordan |
 Photo: Hannah Lim |
 Photo: John A. Haygood |
 Photo: Brock Abernethy |
 Photo: Gonzalo Iglesias |
 Photo: Heath Chrystall |
 Photo: Jay Garrett |
 Photo: kallis |
 Photo: Geraint Morgan |
 Photo: Aleksandar Maricic |
 Photo: leeolivia66 |
 Photo: rae_chapman |
 Photo: Nelson Yu |
 Photo: sony_sonnenschein |
 Photo: Anne |
 Photo: gabrielle kendall |
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Quaint bay |
Owhiro Bay Parade Owhiro Bay Wellington 6002 New Zealand |
This lovely rocky bay is surrounded by quaint and kooky fishing cottages. It is a great place for beachcombing after a raging southerly storm and is also a popular dive spot with a small shipwreck on the right hand side. Owhiro Bay is also the entry point to the Red Rocks Coastal walk. When you have had enough beachcombing, swimming or walking, the Brass Monkey Café is just around the corner for a reviving hot (or cold) drink. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Phillip Capper |
 Photo: Mandy Simpson |
 Photo: Jim Henderson |
 Photo: Simone Chiaretta |
 Photo: Andrew Thompson |
 Photo: Cliff, Simina, Irina |
 Photo: katinka schulte |
 Photo: Vincent Garcia |
 Photo: Kakariki |
 Photo: JohnMcGuire |
 Photo: Kirsten Cameron |
 Photo: rhennigs |
 Photo: Stephanie Cadogan |
 Photo: Tony markey |
 Photo: Domenica Calabro |
 Seal colony and four wheel drive adventure |
Owhiro Bay P.O. Box 5086 Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 472 7356 http://www.wellingtonnz.com/Ed... |
Visit the wild south coastline where in the winter hundreds of seals can be found sunbathing among the rocks. Guided tours are available from central Wellington (enquire at the Wellington Visitor Information Centre. The two and a half hour tour explores areas inaccessible to the general public and includes a trip to the Brooklyn Wind Turbine. You can also walk the eight kilometre track or take your own car. A four-wheel drive will take you all the way - with a car be prepared to walk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely safe swimming beach |
Karaka Bay Road Seatoun Wellington 6003 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
This is one of Wellington's loveliest beaches. You will find it sheltered and near empty on a sunny winter's day, perfect for a calm stroll. Come summer though many locals flock to the golden sands with their beach towels, buckets, spades and barbecues. Safe swimming, golden sands, grassy picnic areas, ample parking, changing sheds and the Chocolate Fish Cafe make this a perfect place for a day's outing. When tired of swimming, sunbathing or playing in the sand, clamber over the rocks at this delightful spot. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Hamish McCool |
 Photo: Gillian Barfoot |
 Photo: Chandima |
 Photo: Joanne Harris |
 Photo: Jay Buzenberg |
 Photo: kiwi Georges |
 Photo: Cristina Campos |
 Photo: Philip Mildenhall |
 Photo: Peter Rose |
 Photo: James Pointer |
 Photo: Alex McKenzie |
 Photo: Alastair G Smith |