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.
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 acclaimed theater scene and shops 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.
Things to do
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta
Lord of The Rings Full Day locations tour incl Weta & keepsake
Top hotels in Mount Victoria
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
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Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Halswell Lodge - Motel
Convenient location for the city. There were a few things missing from the room, which were replaced very quickly by the staff. The main annoyance was being awoken early by demolition work to the building next door, but just unlucky timing on our part.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast
The breakfast was wonderful and the room was amazing!
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
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 Mar 22, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Close, difficult to find though, signage poor
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Rydges Wellington
Soft beds (King in our case), clean, large room and bathroom...and incredible breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
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 Central Park and Basin Reserve.
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, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
