It is the general opinion of the locals, seconded by the tourists that Lyall Bay, Wellington has a roar about it. Whether it is the roar of the rolling surf that makes it Wellington’s best surfing beach, or the blustering sound from distant jets soaring off to the azure skies as they take off from the Wellington Airport, which flank the eastern end of Lyall Bay, Wellington.
Welcome to this ‘real’ New Zealand beach, right on Wellington city’s doorstep and enjoy beaching in its large sweeping arch and extensive grey sands. It is little surprise then, that Lyall Bay, Wellington is the city’s most popular beach after the more refined and inner city, Oriental Bay. A popular Wellingtons surf spot, the artificial reef at the Lyall Bay, Wellington only makes it better. This is the place to be, if you want to escape the heat on a hot summer day in Wellington. The lovely sound of the waves crashing on the shore is music to the ears and balm to the soul.
Lyall Bay, Wellington turns to a major hot spot especially in the summertime when the sea ‘surfs up’ and the kids can be let loose for a swim and the obligatory, creamy ice cream afterwards. Apart from being a favorite summer destination for many visitors, Lyall Bay, Wellington seems to be a magnet all year round for the locals and neighboring places, who come here all the time on a holiday break or weekend when the weather is shiny and blue.
Apart from being a surfer’s delight, Lyall Bay, Wellington is a popular destination for windsurfers, boogie boarders, body surfers and of course, swimmers and beach bums.
In addition, it is here at Lyall Bay, Wellington that you can get the special Lyall Bay pottery as souvenirs. Each piece of pottery made by the artist is inspired form the enchanting beauty that the Bay exudes.
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