Mount Victoria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Get tickets for a show at Embassy Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Wellington. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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 theatre 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 theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
BATS Theatre
Get tickets for a show at BATS Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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 theatre scene in this walkable area.
Activities
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington: Walking Tour with Museum & Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Our pick of the best Mount Victoria Hotel Deals
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
"Love this hotel for its proximity to Oriental Bay and the views. However the beds were really uncomfortable and far too soft"
Reviewed on 13 June 2026
Halswell Lodge - Motel
"Had to phone a number of times to get checked in. Parking was ok until someone decided to park with their car not in the park properly stopping cars from getting out. Communal kitchen was dirty and not much cutlery same as the room."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast
"Great place at a great price."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Room was very clean, bed comfortable, nice bathroom with long large shower. Room had a nice view. Staff were very warm, kind and helpful. Parking on site. Buffet breakfast was good with a selection of hot and cold, sweet and savoury. Easy access to town through lift exiting onto Lambton quay."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"Clean and modern. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Loved it there, staff brilliant and nothing was to much. So, so nice and considerate."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Mount Victoria
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Petone
Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
