Popular Parks

Nairnville Park play area

Wellington is proud to have 102 parks and play areas. Of these, some that stand out for their enduring popularity with Wellingtonians. They are enjoyed as much for their suitability as picnic spots as for their play equipment and open space.

Botanic Garden Play Area

Built around leafy slopes in the Botanic Garden, this play area has a rocktopus, double-pipe tube slides, swings, slides and flying fox. There are also picnic tables, toilets and an enclosed area for small children.

Central Park Play Area

Located on the fringe of Wellington’s central business district this park on Brooklyn Road features a three cable flying fox, a six-metre high space ball climbing frame, spinner bowl, whirl and swings. The park also has a junior section with slides, swings, crawl tunnels, climbing net, seesaws and a springy racer.

Freyberg Park

Complementing one of Wellington's most popular beaches – Oriental Bay - this recently built play area has rope climbing equipment for older children, and a chunky bright climbing frame for toddlers. There are also picnic tables, toilets and car parks.

Karori Park Play Area

This park has European designed equipment and a flying fox, and is more suitable for older children. It is located next to the Karori Park pavilion, and links to Outer Green Belt walking tracks. There are public toilets nearby.

Khandallah Park Play Area

This is a native forest reserve with plenty of space, walking tracks, and an outdoor summer pool. Located on Woodmancote Road, Khandallah, the play area includes a flying fox, a new junior play complex, and a giant rock climbing structure for the older children. Parking is available at the end of the street, and there is a café next to the pool.

Nairnville Park Play Area

On the corner of Cockayne Road and Lucknow Terrace, Khandallah, this park has a play area suitable for all age groups. There is a 13-metre fibreglass slide and large play structure.

The Crescent Play Area

Overlooking Wellington harbour from The Crescent, Roseneath, this small park has panoramic views of the city. There are picnic tables, swings and slides. The park links to Town Belt walkways on Mount Victoria. There are no toilets and parking is limited.

Shorland Park

Anchoring Island Bay beach to The Parade, this park has a long slide, swings, pirate ship, junior area and basketball half-court. There are also picnic tables, changing sheds, toilets, and a covered band rotunda.

Bookings

Parks can be booked for events.

Parks and Gardens Booking Application (81Kb PDF)