MT Vic Lookout

Mount Victoria

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(3K) · Mountain in Wellington, New Zealand
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Mount Victoria Mountain Bike, E-Bike, Horse, Hike, Trail Running, Dirtbike/Moto, Observed Trials trails. 2 trails

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Jan 4, 2025
One can do a hiking trek to the top or simply drive and park at the summit area. Lovely 360 degree views from the top, even when the weather is not cooperating. Full review by Christopher V
Jan 3, 2025
An absolute must-do experience in Wellington, Mount Victoria offers truly phenomenal views, especially on a clear sunny day. The 360-degree panorama encompasses the vibrant city, the sparkling harbou… Full review by Peter K
Dec 21, 2024
Hiking up here is fantastic but so too is driving. The road from the Newtown entrance is a gentle incline up. Loads of parking up the top and plenty of space to turn around. There are as number of st… Full review by Trip25740193729
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Mount Victoria Lookout, situated in Wellington, is a renowned viewpoint offering breathtaking 360-degree panoramas of the city, its harbour…
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Mount Victoria, locally abbreviated to Mt. Vic, is a prominent hill to the east of the centre of Wellington, New Zealand, and its associated …
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Facts

Elevation:196 m (643 ft)
Located:North Island, New Zealand
Opened:12 October 1931
Owner:NZ Transport Agency
Traffic:Motor vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists
Total length:623 metres (2,044 ft)

Questions & answers

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How is the drive up to the top? Are the roads narrow, steep and winding with sharp turn?
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That’s exactly what they are. Care is needed but it’s a great drive
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Hi will be in Wellington on a Saturday in October. Is there a public bus to the top of mount Victoria?
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Hi, There is no public bus to the top of Mount Victoria. The closest bus still requires a 15 min walk to the top. You can drive to the lookout in your car, as there’s a car park for you to …
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Hi, There is no public bus to the top of Mount Victoria. The closest bus still requires a 15 min walk to the top. You can drive to the lookout in your car, as there’s a car park for you to park in. Thanks
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Is it easy to find the LOTR locations? Thanks
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They are not easy to find. And they are not all close to each other. The cheapest way to find them is to purchase a book or map. I booked a tour.
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traffic directions , is parking available ?
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Yes parking available right at top. Unsure of traffic directions as we were driven up by someone from Wellington, but not too hard. Would be able to find my own way there now.
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Hi, I would like to ask if it's still good to visit around 5.30 P.M. during Wednesday? I mean for safety, specially for girls …
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Hi, I would like to ask if it's still good to visit around 5.30 P.M. during Wednesday? I mean for safety, specially for girls travelling alone? Thank you so much!
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yes it safe
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Answer by JJKiwiKid · Oct 17, 2016
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