Mount Victoria Travel Guide
Wellington
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Popular places to visit
Mount Victoria Lookout
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Victoria Lookout, a lovely green space in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Courtenay Place. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Michael Fowler Centre
Enjoy a show at Michael Fowler Centre, a popular theatre in Wellington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Mount Victoria
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Oh yes very pleasant staff
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Halswell Lodge - Motel
Very basic as expected for the price, but cold night as duvet was very light, room smelt damp / musty, and empty reception with hostile answerphone message was a bit scary (no one to help you, good bye) made me think I might have fallen for a trick, so it was a relief to get a person on the line ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location and staff. Loved Wellington!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Aircon not functioning well. Asked for help in adjusting. Didn't happen. Telephone not working, had to go to reception to ask for blanket
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Staff were friendly, breakfast had decent choices, room had everything I needed for a short stay
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and the washer and dryer were good to have
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Victoria
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.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Hataitai
Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mount Cook
If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park 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.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Mount Victoria Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Mount Victoria by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Wellington neighborhoods
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- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery
- Elliott House
- Embassy Theatre
- Wellington Buddhist Centre
- BATS Theatre
- Greek-New Zealand Memorial
- Byrd Memorial
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Michael Fowler Centre
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Hospital
- Waitangi Park
- Beehive
- Wellington Cable Car
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Oriental Parade
- The Opera House
