Photo of Owhiro Bay Beach with gray sand & pebble surface

Photo of Owhiro Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Owhiro Bay Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Owhiro Bay Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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6.9

Good

Owhiro Bay Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Owhiro Bay Beach?

There are 148 places to stay in the Owhiro Bay Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Owhiro Bay Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6882138&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=300966&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marksman Motor Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=336352&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">U Boutique Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3018768&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Felina Apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5667231&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">U Suites Kilbirnie</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3673744&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">City Edge Nest</a></li></ul>

Island Bay, New Zealand

#25 out of 26 in Wellington

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Wellington • 6.4 km

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Zoo Wellington Zoo

3.5km

Park Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

6km

Park Wellington Botanic Garden

6.9km

Park Otari-Wilton's Bush

8.5km

Tourist Attraction Red Rocks - Pariwhero

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Wind Turbine

3.9km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

6.4km

Museum Cable Car Museum

6.6km

Museum Space Place at Carter Observatory

6.7km

Museum Wellington Museum

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

6.9km

Art Gallery City Gallery Wellington

6.4km

Historical Landmark Hobbit's Hideaway

5.4km

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About

Owhiro Bay Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 25th place out of 26 beaches in the Wellington region 6.4 km away from its center, the city of Wellington. It is one of the beaches of Wellington settlement, just 6.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Owhiro Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lyall Bay, which has a rating of 7.9.

Owhiro Bay Beach is located in Wellington within Wellington, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the North island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+10 ^o C +6 ^o C

Air temperature

9.7 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

3.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Wellington • 6.4 km

Map of beach

Zoo Wellington Zoo

3.5km

Park Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

6km

Park Wellington Botanic Garden

6.9km

Park Otari-Wilton's Bush

8.5km

Tourist Attraction Red Rocks - Pariwhero

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Wind Turbine

3.9km

Museum Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Wellington Waterfront Walk

6.4km

Museum Cable Car Museum

6.6km

Museum Space Place at Carter Observatory

6.7km

Museum Wellington Museum

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Wētā Cave

6.9km

Art Gallery City Gallery Wellington

6.4km

Historical Landmark Hobbit's Hideaway

5.4km

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Located at nearest locality

Wellington • 910m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Island Bay Beach Island Bay Beach

7.9 Very good

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Princess Beach Princess Beach

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Lyall Bay Lyall Bay

7.9 Very good

6.5km

Breaker Bay Breaker Bay

8 Very good

6.6km

Freyberg Beach Freyberg Beach

8 Very good

8.2km

Scorching Bay Beach Scorching Bay Beach

8 Very good

8.3km

Pencarrow Head Beach Pencarrow Head Beach

7.1 Good

10.5km

Camp Bay Camp Bay

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Wellington • 6.4km

Main locality of province

Wellington • 6.4km

Transport

Airport

WLG • 4.4km

Bus Station

Wellington Airport • 4.8km

Train Station

Wellington Station • 7.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Owhiro Bay Beach?

Owhiro Bay Beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Owhiro Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Owhiro Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Owhiro Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Owhiro Bay Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Owhiro Bay Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Owhiro Bay Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Owhiro Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Owhiro Bay Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Owhiro Bay Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Owhiro Bay Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Owhiro Bay Beach?

There are 148 places to stay in the Owhiro Bay Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Owhiro Bay Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Owhiro Bay Beach from parking?

The Owhiro Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Owhiro Bay Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Owhiro Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Red Rocks - Pariwhero located in 3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Owhiro Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Owhiro Bay Beach is February. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Owhiro Bay Beach (North island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Owhiro Bay Beach (North island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.