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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Byrd Memorial
Learn about the local history of Wellington when you take a trip to Byrd Memorial. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
Top hotels in Mount Victoria
Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay Wellington
Nice room - not spacious but nice and comfortable. Check in staff awesome
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Halswell Lodge - Motel
The room was what we needed for my family and placed where we needed it to be. The lady in the office was great to deal with. Perfectly placed.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Richmond Guest House Bed & Breakfast
The breakfast was wonderful and the room was amazing!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location, nice hotel. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very tidy and clean room
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Rydges Wellington
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Reviewed on 9 Apr 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, Central Park and Basin Reserve 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, Wellington Zoo and Newtown Park are top sights worth seeing.
