Popular places to visit in Houghton Bay
Te Papa
Engage your senses with a trip to this New Zealand museum, home to the national art collection and interactive exhibits on everything from nature to Māori legend.
Wellington Zoo
Chill with the big cats, spend some quality time with the red pandas and hang with the gibbons at New Zealand's original zoo.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
Zealandia
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Visit this protected eco-park for a taste of pre-historic New Zealand before the arrival of humans.
Mount Victoria Lookout
Stroll along a scenic walkway through a pretty Wellington Town Belt reserve to this lookout for spectacular panoramic views of the city.
Top activities in Houghton Bay
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa: Small Group Guided Tour
After-Dark Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
Full-Day Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Bay
Lyall Bay
Lyall Bay is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Wellington area, you might plan a trip to Wellington Zoo or Newtown Park.
Island Bay
Highlights of Island Bay include its fantastic nightlife, captivating waterfront views and popular shops. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Island Bay Beach is a top sight to visit.
Kilbirnie
If you're spending time in Kilbirnie, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Wellington Zoo or Te Papa.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Wellington Zoo and Newtown Park are top sights worth seeing.
Strathmore Park
While visiting Strathmore Park, you might make a stop by sights like Ataturk Memorial and Tarakena Bay.
Miramar
Visitors to Miramar enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, The Weta Cave is worth a stop.
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