Parking Near The start of Southern Walkway, Oriental Bay
Where Can I Park for The start of Southern Walkway?
Use legal parking around Oriental Parade, near the sign-posted entrance at the Oriental Parade and Carlton Gore Road intersection. The address is 360 Oriental Parade, and a small free car park is listed for the attraction. A bookable Mount Victoria space is 800 m away and costs $3 an hour.
- Address
- 360 Oriental Parade
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Outdoor Parking in Mount Victoria, Wellington, 800 m (10 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Wellington Railway Station, 1.9 km (24 min walk)
Parking Near Oriental Bay
Visitors at a city landmark Photo: Pexels / Ranjeet Chauhan
Parking at the Oriental Parade Start
The start of Southern Walkway is reached from the intersection of Oriental Parade and Carlton Gore Road, where the entrance is sign-posted (wellington.govt.nz). The council identifies Roseneath Park and Lookout as the start of the route (wellingtonnz.com), so drivers should use legal parking around the Oriental Bay approach rather than expecting a large trailhead facility.
A small free car park is listed for the attraction (AllTrails). The site address is 360 Oriental Parade, with Oriental Bay centre 500 m away. For a north-to-south walk, parking at Oriental Parade is also suggested as an option (planmywalk.nz), keeping the vehicle close to the beginning rather than at the southern end near Island Bay.
Oriental Parade Pressure and Nearby Street Rules
Oriental Parade is the practical access street for the start, while the sign-posted entrance sits near Carlton Gore Road (wellington.govt.nz).
Parking guidance for the walkway also points drivers towards the southern trailhead next to Shorland Park, followed by a bus back to the start (churnewzealand.com). Street parking remains subject to the signs and restrictions displayed at each space, so the marked legal bays around Oriental Parade and the entrance should take priority.
Parksy Parking Within Reach of the Walkway
The closest listed Parksy option is a convenient outdoor parking space in Mount Victoria, 800 m away, priced at $3 an hour. It gives drivers a bookable alternative to searching around the Oriental Bay approach while keeping the walk to the trail entrance relatively short.
Further options include parking at Lipman Street Car Park in Mount Victoria, 1.4 km away at $4 an hour, and secure covered parking at Chaffers Street Car Park in Te Aro, also 1.4 km away at $3 an hour. A Wellington parking lot 1.4 km away costs $24 a day. At 1.5 km, parking at 260 Wakefield Street costs $3 an hour, while Care Park on Wakefield in Te Aro is 1.6 km away at $5 an hour.
Other Parking Choices Around Oriental Bay
Oriental Parade itself is the main named parking approach for the start, and Plan My Walk specifically recommends parking there for a north-to-south journey (planmywalk.nz). The route entrance is near the Oriental Parade and Carlton Gore Road intersection, giving drivers a clear point to aim for when looking for a legal street space (wellington.govt.nz).
A small free lot is listed for the attraction (AllTrails). This suits walkers completing the route towards Island Bay, although it places the car at the finish rather than beside 360 Oriental Parade.
Walking From Wellington Railway Station
Wellington Railway Station is the nearest station, 1.9 km from the site, with a 24-minute walk to 360 Oriental Parade. The station provides a straightforward car-free approach for visitors who would rather avoid searching for a space around Oriental Bay.
From the station, the walk leads towards the waterfront and Oriental Parade before reaching the start area. The route begins near the intersection with Carlton Gore Road, where the entrance is sign-posted (wellington.govt.nz). Oriental Bay centre is 500 m from the address, providing a useful local landmark for the final part of the approach.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for The start of Southern Walkway?
Use legal parking around Oriental Parade, near the sign-posted entrance at the Oriental Parade and Carlton Gore Road intersection. The address is 360 Oriental Parade, and a small free car park is listed for the attraction. A bookable Mount Victoria space is 800 m away and costs $3 an hour.
Where Is the Entrance to The start of Southern Walkway?
The entrance is reached from the intersection of Oriental Parade and Carlton Gore Road, where it is sign-posted. The council identifies Roseneath Park and Lookout as the start of the route. The site address is 360 Oriental Parade, and Oriental Bay centre is 500 m away.
Is There Free Parking at The start of Southern Walkway?
A small free car park is listed for the attraction. Drivers should also use legal parking around the Oriental Bay approach, with marked legal bays around Oriental Parade and the entrance taking priority. Street parking remains subject to the signs and restrictions displayed at each space.
What Is the Closest Bookable Parking to The start of Southern Walkway?
The closest listed Parksy option is a convenient outdoor parking space in Mount Victoria, 800 m away, priced at $3 an hour. It provides a bookable alternative to searching around the Oriental Bay approach while keeping the walk to the trail entrance relatively short.
Where Should I Park for a North-to-South Southern Walkway Walk?
Parking at Oriental Parade is suggested for a north-to-south walk, keeping the vehicle close to the beginning rather than at the southern end near Island Bay. Parking guidance also points drivers towards the southern trailhead next to Shorland Park, followed by a bus back to the start.
Can I Reach The start of Southern Walkway From Wellington Railway Station?
Wellington Railway Station is 1.9 km from the site, with a 24-minute walk to 360 Oriental Parade. From the station, the walk leads towards the waterfront and Oriental Parade before reaching the start area. Oriental Bay centre is 500 m from the address.
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