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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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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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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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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Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour

£29
Per adult
Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour
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Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour

£161
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour
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4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

£568
Per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
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Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

£5
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
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The Best of Wellington Walking Tour

£445
Per adult
The Best of Wellington Walking Tour
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10 Day Northern Trail Haka Plus Tour

£2,147
Per adult
10 Day Northern Trail Haka Plus Tour
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Top hotels in Mount Cook

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is £62 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£62
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,036 reviews)
Would stay again!
"A little aging but overall clean and great location walking distance to most things in wellington. Only thing is quite expensive parking and received 3 tickets to go in and out of parking even though we stayed 4 nights."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Marksman Motor Inn
Marksman Motor Inn
3 out of 5
40 Sussex Street, Mount Cook, Wellington
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The price is £66 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£66
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Cuba Street Mall and Te Papa are ...
8/10 Very Good! (366 reviews)
"close to all needed amenities.Walking distance."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Marksman Motor Inn
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is £68 per night from 27 May to 28 May
£68
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (458 reviews)
"Nice atmosphere"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Naumi Studio Wellington
ibis Wellington
ibis Wellington
3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is £66 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£66
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

ibis Wellington
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is £88 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£88
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay here- lovely hotel with good facilities, friendly staff and great location near bus, train and ferry. Safe area, good food options on waterfont and nice restaurant onsite. Enjoyed having pool, spa and fussball table and even the special treat of a lolly jar at reception! Quiet ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Rydges Wellington
Bolton Hotel
Bolton Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington
The price is £89 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£89
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The Bolton was the perfect place for our stay. An easy walk to the Wellington Stadium, waterfront restaurants and trains. The room is was spacious and quite with views towards to hills."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Bolton Hotel
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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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