Mount Victoria Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mount Victoria Lookout featuring night scenes, a marina and a bay or harbour
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, night scenes and mountains
Mount Victoria Lookout
Mount Victoria Lookout showing a city and a bay or harbour
Mount Victoria Lookout showing a marina, mountains and a city

Popular places to visit

Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, night scenes and mountains

Mount Victoria Lookout

Stroll along a scenic walkway through a pretty Wellington Town Belt reserve to this lookout for spectacular panoramic views of the city.

Mount Victoria Lookout

Elliott House

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a visit to Elliott House. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Elliott House

Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery

You can find out about the history of Wellington with a stop at Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery

Greek-New Zealand Memorial

Find out about the history of Wellington when you spend time at Greek-New Zealand Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Greek-New Zealand Memorial

Embassy Theatre

Get tickets for a show at Embassy Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Embassy Theatre

BATS Theatre

Get tickets for a show at BATS Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

BATS Theatre

Activities

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$160
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

AU$179
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
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Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

AU$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
View of Miramar from Mt Vic

Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion

AU$179
per adult
Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

AU$91
per adult
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Our pick of the best Mount Victoria Hotel Deals

Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast

Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast

2.5 out of 5
116 Brougham St, Wellington
The price is AU$127 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$127
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Wellington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Te ...
7.6/10 Good! (996 reviews)
"Perfect location, a parking space in an area which is near to the city centre is something I really like."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$108 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$108
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,519 reviews)
"Up to the normal high standard."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$119 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$119
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,322 reviews)
"The property is ideally situated with easy access to downtown and the car parking was great at the hotel"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$174 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$174
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Too much hassle with parking as we can’t get back to the car if we forget or left something in our car. Very inconvenient."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is AU$183 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$183
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great service in all areas from front desk to food and the rooms."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$139 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$139
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Victoria

Courtenay Place featuring interior views and a bar as well as a small group of people

Te Aro

4.5/5(1,649 area reviews)

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.

Te Aro
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Oriental Bay

4.5/5(270 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Oriental Bay
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Hataitai

Hataitai might not have many top sights, but Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hataitai
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Mount Cook

If you're spending some time in Mount Cook, Basin Reserve and Central Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Cook
Wellington showing a city, a bridge and a sunset

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 Waterfront
Wellington Zoo showing cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals

Newtown

If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Newtown

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