Wellington Mountain Tops and Mountain Bikes
Wellington, New Zealand
The Wellington Botanic Garden is located just minutes from downtown Wellington, New Zealand. Easily accessed, the Botanic Garden is ideal for a relaxing stroll around the beautiful gardens, a family picnic and mountain biking on the trails.
Wellington Botanic Garden
Established in 1868, the Wellington Botanic Garden showcases 25 hectares of unique landscape, protected native forest, conifers, specialised plant collections, colourful flower displays and stunning views over Wellington City.
The garden is classified as a Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture and is an Historic Places Trust Heritage Area.
Catch the Cable Car from Lambton Quay up to the Wellington Botanic Gardens. Wander down through the specialist gardens, native bush and lawn areas to historical Thorndon, New Zealand’s oldest suburb.
Take in the 360 degree panoramas of Wellington City, harbour and the Cook Strait from the top of Mount Victoria. You can drive, catch a bus or walk up via the green belt to the summit.
Entry to the Wellington Botanic Garden is free.
Mountain Biking Trails
Wellington City and region are home to numerous scenic mountain biking tracks.
In 1998 the world championships were held on Mount Victoria. Hire a bike and burn off some energy on one of Wellington's many mountain biking tracks.
