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.

Te Papa
Get hands on as you learn about the heritage of these islands at New Zealand's free national museum.

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

Wellington Central Business District
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.

Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Top hotels in Mount Victoria

Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Halswell Lodge - Motel
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025
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.