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Mount Victoria

Wellington Region, New Zealand · Oceania

About Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria is worth a stop: 1km from Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Mount Victoria is a town located in Wellington Region, New Zealand. With a population of 4,820, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Mount Victoria sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mount Victoria to your route.

About Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria, also known as Matairangi and colloquially as Mt Vic, is a prominent 196-metre (643 ft) hill immediately to the east of central Wellington, New Zealand. Mount Victoria gives its name to the suburb of Mount Victoria on its west. The suburbs of Oriental Bay to the north, Roseneath and Hataitai to the east

Read more and Newtown to the south border Mount Victoria and climb its slopes. Mount Victoria is known for its views over Wellington and is a popular recreational area. The summit lookout is a popular visitor destination, providing 360° views of Wellington city and suburbs, Wellington Harbour, Evans Bay and the Miramar Peninsula.

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What are the best things to do in Mount Victoria?

Mount Victoria offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Mount Victoria located?

Mount Victoria is located in Wellington Region, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -41.2970 latitude, 174.7936 longitude.

What is the population of Mount Victoria?

Mount Victoria has a population of approximately 4,820 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
4,820
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Wellington Region
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-41.2970, 174.7936

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

Many rural bridges are single-lane. Give way as signed.

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Worth the detour from Mount Victoria

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

New Zealand's bold national museum, renowned for its interactive exhibits, Maori taonga, and a colossal squid specimen.

1 km · about 5 min drive

museum

Southward Car Museum

One of the Southern Hemisphere's largest collections with over 400 vehicles spanning a century of motoring.

41 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Mount Victoria

  • 72 kmQueen Charlotte DriveWinding 35 km sealed road between Picton and Havelock hugging the Marlborough Sounds, with numerous bays and lookout pull-offs.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mount Victoria.

Oriental Bay

🇳🇿 New Zealand

1 km awayPop. 1,450

Hataitai

🇳🇿 New Zealand

1 km awayPop. 5,620

Roseneath

🇳🇿 New Zealand

1 km awayPop. 1,820

Te Aro

🇳🇿 New Zealand

1 km awayPop. 14,600

Mount Cook

🇳🇿 New Zealand

2 km awayPop. 7,510

Wellington Central

🇳🇿 New Zealand

2 km awayPop. 3,350

Wellington

🇳🇿 New Zealand

2 km awayPop. 381,900

Newtown

🇳🇿 New Zealand

2 km awayPop. 10,130

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