Mount Cook
Wellington
Popular places to visit
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.
Cuba Street Mall
Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart.
TSB Bank Arena
Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more.
Te Papa
See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
Hnry Stadium
Catch an event at Hnry Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Courtenay Place
Shop, wine and dine in this culinary hot spot on one of Wellington's most fashionable streets.
Things to do
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Mount Cook
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great clean. Located right in city great breakfast"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"It was fine. Handy for early morning flight"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Shower pressure wasn't great."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Bring your earplugs and be prepared for cold showers. The walls are very thin, hot water broke down, but staff were exceptional"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"The room was exactly as advertised"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Parking is for the brave (it's Wellington CBD). Very busy at check-in time, long queue and confusion about parking spaces. Not sure if its normally that busy at check-in but staggered check in /check out could help?"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Cook
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.
Mount Victoria
If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
Newtown
If you're spending some time in Newtown, Newtown Park and Wellington Zoo 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.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Oriental Bay
If you're spending some time in Oriental Bay, Oriental Bay Beach and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing.
