More Splendid Beaches in Wellington - New Zealand

Continuing from the previous one, here are some more information of the most popular beaches in the Wellington area of New Zealand's North Island.

Kio Bay: Evans Bay Parade, Evans Bay, Wellington, North Island, 6003, New Zealand

Located in eastern Wellington, Kio Bay is an attractive bay, popular with windsurfers from all over the area, with equipment hire nearby.

Other attractions around Kio Bay include scenic walkways and coastal views.

Lyall Bay: Lyall Parade, Lyall Bay, Wellington, North Island, 6003, New Zealand

Wellington's Lyall Bay is the perfect beach for body boarding and regularly features strong waves and rip tides.

Home to breathtaking golden white sandy beach which attracts sunbathers from all over Wellington, nearby, calmer waters also provide swimming opportunities.

Lyall Bay is situated on the eastern side of Wellington, close to the city centre.

Makara Beach: Makara Road, Wellington, North Island, 6005, New Zealand

On the western outskirts of Wellington, Makara Beach is a charming local beach with much to offers visitors from the Wellington area.

Home to long walking trails with spectacular views of the stretching coastline, other attractions at Makara Beach include rock pools, sheltered areas, a nearby café and scenic picnic spots.

Oriental Bay: Oriental Parade, Wellington, North Island, 6001, New Zealand

Oriental Bay features one of Wellington's most popular beaches, close to the city centre. Home to excellent beach facilities, Oriental Bay is a secluded coastal area, suitable for sunbathing, swimming, sailing and walking along the main promenade area.

With a number of cafés and speciality shops nearby, there are always plenty of things to see and do around Wellington's Oriental Bay.

Plimmerton Beach: Steyne Avenue, Plimmerton, Wellington, North Island, 6006, New Zealand

Located on the northern outskirts of Wellington, Plimmerton Beach features spectacular areas of golden white sand perfect for peaceful sunbathing, calm waters ideal for swimming, and the nearby Porirua Harbour, which is full of impressive boats and yachts.

Princess Bay: The Esplanade, Wellington, North Island, 6002, New Zealand

Wellington's Princess Bay features a glorious stretch of fine, golden white sand and calm water suitable for sunbathing, snorkelling and swimming, with nearby changing facilities.

Situated in southern Wellington, Princess Bay is one of the city's most popular beaches and there are always plenty of things to see and do in the area.

Scorching Bay: Karaka Bay Road, Seatoun, Wellington, North Island, 6003, New Zealand

Scorching Bay is a secluded area, popular with locals, visitors and tourists in eastern Wellington.

Containing sandy beaches, safe swimming and numerous scenic picnic and barbecue spots, Scorching Bay is also home to a café and grassy areas nearby.

Sunshine Bay: Eastern Bays Marine Drive, Eastbourne, Wellington, North Island, 6008, New Zealand

Sunshine Bay can be found in Wellington's Eastbourne district and is a sunny spot suitable for a range of beach activities, such as sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling and cruises around the bay.

Other attractions around Sunshine Bay include nearby scrubland and a wildlife reserve, rich in native flora and fauna.

Tarakena Bay: Moa Point Road, Wellington, North Island, 6003, New Zealand

Wellington's Tarakena Bay is best known for its distant views of New Zealand's South Island and is located in eastern Wellington.

Tarakena Bay is also one of the closest beaches to Wellington Airport and is a popular spot for walking and relaxing away from busy city life.

Titahi Bay: Titahi Bay, Wellington, North Island, 6006, New Zealand

Titahi Bay, in northern Wellington, is a spectacular bay within easy reach of the city centre.

Highlights around Titahi Bay include many local attractions, nearby speciality and gift shops, safe swimming areas, off-shore fishing and scuba diving.

Worser Bay: Marine Parade, Seatoun, Wellington, North Island, 6003, New Zealand

Worser Bay is home to a number of beach attractions, including sandy beach areas, calm water suitable for swimming and snorkelling, a playground area for children and nearby refreshment kiosks.
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