Title: Visit Island Bay: 2026 Island Bay, Wellington Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Island Bay](https://expedia.com/Island-Bay-Wellington-Hotels.0-n553248621532610497-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Island Bay](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Island-Bay.d553248621532610497.Car-Rental-Guide)[Island Bay Vacations](https://expedia.com/Island-Bay.d553248621532610497.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Island Bay ## Wellington ![Island Bay Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/1e58b619-9ef2-4073-99c6-5b86e780cb4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Island Bay Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/1e58b619-9ef2-4073-99c6-5b86e780cb4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Island Bay, Wellington.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/af2050ec-9d86-4dd4-91f5-c74a9ec68c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Island Bay Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Wellington.dx6127327) This urban area is located in [Wellington](https://www.expedia.com/Wellington.dx6127327). Once you've explored all you can at Island Bay, consider visiting nearby Te Papa, Cuba Street Mall, and Courtenay Place. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Island Bay, Wellington.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/af2050ec-9d86-4dd4-91f5-c74a9ec68c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Island Bay Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Island Bay Beach during your trip to Wellington? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Island-Bay-Beach-Wellington.d677855505879646208.Vacation-Attraction) ![Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156267/fef7159d-48bb-48d9-8db9-061cad831f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Interislander Ferry Terminal Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cuba Street Mall featuring cafe scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125704/433cf8d5-c501-4e1a-be46-6a28bb064a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuba Street Mall Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart. [](https://expedia.com/Cuba-Street-Mall-Te-Aro.d6125704.Vacation-Attraction) ![Te Papa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108396/44ec87bf-6a75-4967-b806-437fa78f80d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Papa See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum. [](https://expedia.com/Te-Papa-Te-Aro.d6108396.Vacation-Attraction) ![TSB Arena showing modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158685/3303f8cd-ea79-4f65-b746-e2d6995b4f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TSB Bank Arena Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more. [](https://expedia.com/TSB-Bank-Arena-Wellington-CBD.d6158685.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/c5a366f5-35f5-4903-88da-f7675385ef94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Central-Business-District-Te-Aro.d3000664964.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour $104 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048991/f751018e-ef97-484f-b742-42986d154180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch $194 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-lotr-experience-includes-weta-and-lunch.a47048991.activity-details) ![Zealandia Twilight Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/792001/3d1c01d7-087f-4055-9617-c64dfa1ae1da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zealandia Twilight Tour $66 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/zealandia-twilight-tour.a792001.activity-details) ![Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48922127/0357ddfc-2990-4f00-b69a-ec8f750b94c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington $134 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/capital-bites.a48922127.activity-details) ![Intro to Wellington Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395445/e2d35b06-3535-4910-97a5-aa7598b0b353.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour $86 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/easy-rider-two-hour-wellington-ebike-tour.a1395445.activity-details) ![Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47606056/b306b521-9c54-4716-85ed-7b19a245260a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington $51 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-small-group-walking-tour-in-wellington.a47606056.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Island Bay Hotel Deals ![Rydges Wellington Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30110000/30101400/30101357/7a3e7195_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington Airport 28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington $118 nightly $136 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. 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If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Lyall-Bay.dx553248621532610500) ![Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/b2957f79-0126-44b2-95be-4e66b1786c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newtown Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Newtown.dx553248635974587200) ![Panoramic view over Wellington Harbour, Mt Victoria and red roofed houses of suburbian Wellington, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000395347/71159ea6-9ddd-46e5-9592-36db1639cdd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kilbirnie Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Kilbirnie. You might consider a stop by ASB Sports Centre while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Kilbirnie.dx3000395347) ![#Brooklyn Wind Turbine in Wellington. The view at the to is amazing😊😍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/9bf9f1fe-8e50-445a-afde-950115378e6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Brooklyn While Brooklyn isn't home to many top sights, Central Park and Basin Reserve are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Brooklyn.dx553248635976007933) ![Mont Cook](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693197773536677888/8b8fb828-ad42-4ed1-8427-fe8e8b38b77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Cook While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Central Park and Basin Reserve. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Mount-Cook.dx693197773536677888) ![Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . 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