Mount Cook Travel Guide

Wellington

Popular places to visit

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National War Memorial

Learn about the local history of Wellington when you take a trip to National War Memorial. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National War Memorial
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Te Papa

5/5(34 reviews)

See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.

Te Papa
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Wellington Central Business District

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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.

Wellington Central Business District
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Cuba Street Mall

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.

Cuba Street Mall
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Courtenay Place

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.

Courtenay Place
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Wellington Zoo

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Spend some quality time with big cats, giraffes, red pandas and white-cheeked gibbons at New Zealand’s oldest zoo.

Wellington Zoo

Things to do

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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

฿25,311
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour

฿4,780
Per adult
Wellington: Te Awa Kairangi Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Tour
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Intro to Wellington Bike Tour

฿2,064
Per adult
Intro to Wellington Bike Tour
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30 Mins Lamborghini Supercar Passenger Experience

฿3,011
Per adult
30 Mins Lamborghini Supercar Passenger Experience
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Hutt River Trail Mountain Bike Explorer

฿3,693
Per adult
Hutt River Trail Mountain Bike Explorer
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Auckland Maori Tour

฿8,582
Per adult
Auckland Maori Tour
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Top hotels in Mount Cook

ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿2,311 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿2,311
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very well located for anyone doing business in Wellington CBD; staff very pleasant and welcoming"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

ibis Wellington
Marksman Motor Inn
Marksman Motor Inn
3 out of 5
40 Sussex Street, Mount Cook, Wellington
The price is ฿2,463 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,463
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cuba Street Mall and ...
8/10 Very Good! (372 reviews)
"Great motel at a good price"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Marksman Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,906 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,906
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,044 reviews)
"We had one dinner in your restaurant it was like a funeral wake, no music, and no smiles from staff."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is ฿3,369 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿3,369
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Views and location. Excellent service."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿3,130 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿3,130
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I felt super comfortable, the service was quick and easy and very kind. My room was clean to my expectations. I would highly recommended to stay here again and for others"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Rydges Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is ฿2,926 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿2,926
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (488 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay at Naumi Studio. I requested a little surprise for my husband for our wedding anniversary. We had these amazing chocolate truffles and a bottle of wine waiting for us in the bedroom. Staff for check in/check out was amazing. The hotel room is very clean, stylish. We were just ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Naumi Studio Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Cook

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

Te Aro

4.5/5(47 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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Brooklyn

4/5(1 area review)

Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Cuba Street Mall.

Brooklyn
Mount Victoria Lookout which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and a city

Mount Victoria

If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Victoria
Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Newtown

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

Newtown
Wellington which includes a city, a sunset and a bridge

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 featuring interior views and kayaking or canoeing

Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Wellington CBD

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