Wellington, New Zealand
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Beach and waterfront area with harbor views, cafes, and promenade. Upscale and expensive. Safe. Walking distance from CBD but quieter beach atmosphere.
Beach area with a sandy crescent and tree-lined promenade. Lifeguards in summer, but Wellington weather doesn't always cooperate for swimming. The waterfront promenade goes from the city past Oriental Bay - people walk dogs, families, joggers. Cafes and restaurants along Oriental Parade range from fish and chips to expensive places with harbor views. It's upscale - luxury apartments, nice cars, well-off locals at brunch. Pricier than the CBD. Eating alone is common, many cafes have window seats facing the water. Safe in evenings - good lighting, people around, open waterfront. About 15 minutes walk from Te Papa and city center.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
ExcellentHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
ExcellentPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
ExcellentSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
Very HighHomelessness Visibility
Very HighGetting By in English
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"Morning waterfront walks are nice, felt safe"
"Good for solo coffee with water views, common to see others alone"
"Costs more than Te Aro but quieter"
"Safe walking in evening, lights and people around"
"Beach looks nice but water's cold, better for walking"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Historic government area with old buildings and quiet atmosphere. Very safe, close to city center, but almost no nightlife.
Hillside university area with views, reached by cable car. Quiet and safe. Good if you want peaceful accommodation away from the center with cable car access.
Historic residential area with Victorian houses, close to CBD and waterfront. Safe during the day. Some side streets dark at night. Good if you want residential feel with access to central areas.
Help other women stay safe in Oriental Bay
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.