Title: Visit Mount Cook: 2026 Mount Cook, Wellington Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Mount Cook](https://expedia.com/Mount-Cook-Wellington-Hotels.0-n693197773536677888-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wellington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wellington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Mount Cook](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Mount-Cook.d693197773536677888.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mount Cook Vacations](https://expedia.com/Mount-Cook.d693197773536677888.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Mount Cook ## Wellington ![Mont Cook (Aoraki), Nouvelle Zélande](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693197773536677888/8b8fb828-ad42-4ed1-8427-fe8e8b38b77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mont Cook (Aoraki), Nouvelle Zélande](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693197773536677888/8b8fb828-ad42-4ed1-8427-fe8e8b38b77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Mount Cook Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wellington Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Wellington.dx6127327) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156267/fef7159d-48bb-48d9-8db9-061cad831f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Interislander Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(100 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cuba Street Mall featuring cafe scenes and outdoor eating as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125704/433cf8d5-c501-4e1a-be46-6a28bb064a85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuba Street Mall 4/5(130 reviews) Enjoy artisan coffees, sample specialty foods, browse through vintage shops or hunt for retro bargains in Wellington's bohemian heart. [](https://expedia.com/Cuba-Street-Mall-Te-Aro.d6125704.Vacation-Attraction) ![Te Papa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108396/44ec87bf-6a75-4967-b806-437fa78f80d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Papa 4.5/5(160 reviews) See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum. [](https://expedia.com/Te-Papa-Te-Aro.d6108396.Vacation-Attraction) ![TSB Arena showing modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158685/3303f8cd-ea79-4f65-b746-e2d6995b4f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### TSB Bank Arena 4/5(4 reviews) Located on Wellington’s picturesque waterfront, this multipurpose venue hosts many events, including concerts, trade shows, art exhibitions and more. [](https://expedia.com/TSB-Bank-Arena-Wellington-CBD.d6158685.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of Wellington harbour (left) to Island Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/c5a366f5-35f5-4903-88da-f7675385ef94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Central Business District 4/5(81 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 acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Central-Business-District-Te-Aro.d3000664964.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108384/c2d3b2f3-2e8e-4f8b-982b-29ed95a6d3aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Stadium 4/5(20 reviews) Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Sky-Stadium-Pipitea.d6108384.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour $104 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Zealandia Twilight Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/792001/3d1c01d7-087f-4055-9617-c64dfa1ae1da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zealandia Twilight Tour $66 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/zealandia-twilight-tour.a792001.activity-details) ![Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048991/f751018e-ef97-484f-b742-42986d154180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch $194 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-lotr-experience-includes-weta-and-lunch.a47048991.activity-details) ![Intro to Wellington Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395445/e2d35b06-3535-4910-97a5-aa7598b0b353.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour $86 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/easy-rider-two-hour-wellington-ebike-tour.a1395445.activity-details) ![Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48922127/0357ddfc-2990-4f00-b69a-ec8f750b94c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington $134 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/capital-bites.a48922127.activity-details) ![Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47606056/b306b521-9c54-4716-85ed-7b19a245260a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington $51 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-small-group-walking-tour-in-wellington.a47606056.activity-details) [See all activities in Wellington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Wellington.d6127327.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Mount Cook Hotel Deals ![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/fd5b0cb9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 147 The Terrace Wellington Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $86 nightly $98 total Apr 3 - Apr 4 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. 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(1,016 reviews) Located right on site at the airport, perfect for early morning flight Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=30101357&PinnedHotelID=30101357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693197773536677888) ![Rydges Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1600000/1593300/1593277/f5410bd8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Wellington 75 Featherston St Wellington $102 nightly $118 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) No Ocean view. Although the heater adjustment didn't work we were warm enough for a comfortable sleep. 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[](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Brooklyn.dx553248635976007933) ![Rainbow over Wellington harbour, New Zealand 2019 . Taken from Mt Victoria with a Nikon FE2, Nikkor 105mm f1.8 , Ektar 100 film www.benhowe.co.nz #wellington #harbour #boat #rainbow #ektar100 #nikonFE2 #nikkor105mmf1.8 #35mmfilm #analog #film](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3798/1ec89cfe-7a03-449e-9e02-80bfb5d2ea25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Victoria If you're spending some time in Mount Victoria, Mount Victoria Lookout and Oriental Parade are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Wellington-Mount-Victoria.dx693197754977894400) ![Wellington Zoo showing zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112760/b2957f79-0126-44b2-95be-4e66b1786c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newtown Experience a distinct character in this southern Wellington suburb, where you can visit Wellington Zoo or enjoy athletics and football at Newtown Park. 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