Mount Victoria
Wellington
Visit Mount Victoria
Popular places to visit
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.
Embassy Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Embassy Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Elliott House
You can find out about the history of Wellington with a visit to Elliott House. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery
After visiting Saint Gerard's Catholic Church and Monastery, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wellington. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
BATS Theatre
Get tickets for a show at BATS Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Greek Orthodox Church
Greek Orthodox Church is just one of the places to see in Wellington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Top hotels in Mount Victoria
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Room clean with nice view
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Halswell Lodge - Motel
Although the check in process was a little strange and I do not agree with having to give my credit card details over the phone, I was very appreciative of the room upgrade, it was very spacious and comfortable, the beds and linens were well-made and spotless. The room smelt freshly cleaned. Although ...
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Dining room and bar staff were outstanding
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great room and very convenient.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Rydges Wellington
We stayed here after the Northern Explorer train. The hotel is a 5” walk from train station. Room was spotless, mattress comfortable, linens crisp, pillows were a bit too big for our comfort. Mini bar in room with no posted prices. The staff was very helpful with walking directions to ferry in the ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Clean There is a short cut which we were told about after we dragged our suitcases up a steep hill. Could have done with it with email check in instructions After hour check in worked well
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Victoria
Te Aro
Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Hataitai
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hataitai and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade.
Mount Cook
While visiting Mount Cook, you might make a stop by sights like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
Wellington Waterfront
The ample dining options and fascinating 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, Wellington Zoo and Newtown Park are top sights worth seeing.
