Mount Victoria Travel Guide
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.
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 theatre scene in this walkable area.
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.
Embassy Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Embassy Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Wellington. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Wellington Buddhist Centre
Enjoy an outing to Wellington Buddhist Centre during your stay in Wellington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament
Top hotels in Mount Victoria
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Room was spotless, some of the furnishings were a bit tired, but the location and view from our room were brilliant. Shower was superb. Staff were lovely, and looked after us very well.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Halswell Lodge - Motel
Inadequate signage. Reception is not obvious, had to ask another guest where it was. Reception area is dusty & unkept. Paying $15 per day to park on the property is costly. Directions to some rooms not present. Had to call manager several times to get exact location of my room (19) no signage.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Easy parking and convenient location.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great location for an early morning deoarture the next day Plenty of parking to drop off luggage & check-in
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
We booked a room with night of parking. Nice to have washer dryer although we did not use it. Comforetable room
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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.
