Mount Cook Travel Guide
Wellington
Popular places to visit
Interislander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Cuba Street Mall
During your trip to Wellington, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Cuba Street Mall. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
TSB Bank Arena
Catch an event at TSB Bank Arena during your trip to Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Wellington Central Business District
Wellington Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Te Papa
You can study the exhibits at Te Papa, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Sky Stadium
Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Mount Cook
Marksman Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Everything was amazing - v clean, v comfortable n very convinient except one of the elevators sounded like it was going to breakdown. Had a few scary moments w strange sounds.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Close, difficult to find though, signage poor
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Rydges Wellington
Soft beds (King in our case), clean, large room and bathroom...and incredible breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
The hotel was very convenient to the city centre and offered a washer/dryer which came in very handy.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Bolton Hotel
Great staff and rooms
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Cook
Te Aro
Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.
Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Central Park and Basin Reserve.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Wellington Waterfront
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are top sights worth seeing.
