Mount Cook Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mount Cook
Popular places to visit
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.
Te Papa
Engage your senses with a trip to this New Zealand museum, home to the national art collection and interactive exhibits on everything from nature to Māori legend.
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.
Activities
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Our pick of the best Mount Cook Hotel Deals
Marksman Motor Inn
Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Rydges Wellington
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
ibis Wellington
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
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.
Brooklyn
Though Brooklyn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Basin Reserve and Central Park.
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, Wellington Zoo and Newtown 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.
Wellington CBD
If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.
- Massey University
- Basin Reserve
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- TSB Bank Arena
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Lambton Quay
- The Weta Cave
- Zealandia
- Wellington Zoo
- St James Theatre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Beehive
- Wellington Cable Car
- The Opera House
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Oriental Parade
- Petone Foreshore
- Botanic Gardens
- Archives New Zealand