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New Zealand's best.
New Zealand's 15 most popular wellington tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Wētā Workshop on Wellington’s Miramar Peninsula: a guided 90-minute look at how movie props, costumes, and creatures are made.
“Very interesting. Harriet was very knowledgeable. What a cool place especially if you are a LOTR fan.”
Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington with a guided walk through props, creatures and costumes, plus hands-on moments at Weta Cave.
“Most interesting. So much talent on display. A must for Wellington visitors. Excellent tour guide, Bailey. Thank-you.”
Ride Wellington’s historic funicular past tunnels and bridges, enjoy harbor views, and choose a smooth return or a garden walk down.
“Was very good. My grandson loved it. Would highly recommend if coming to Wellington.”
Half-day Wellington tour with pickup, Wētā Cave, Mount Victoria 360 views, and the cable car. Entry fees covered. Small group loop.
“Our tour guide did a great job getting us to all of our stops even though it was a rainy, blustery day. I would recommend the tour.”
A 3-hour Wellington highlights tour with 4 photo stops and a Cable Car ticket included. Smooth, funny guiding and big city views.
“The tour was great value. Saw a lot of Wellinton we hadn't seen before. Gina was a great guide with her local knowledge & humor. She is a very capable driver making sure her passangers had a smooth ride. James was amazing giving us a lift to the pick up spot where Gina was when…”
A full-day LOTR circuit in Wellington with guide-led filming locations, a Rivendell rainforest walk, Weta Workshop, and lunch.
“Our guide, Andy, made the tour worthwhile. It was clear he had a passion for LOTR and Wellington and was always willing to take a picture or offer local advice. More than just LOTR trivia, he had a personal connection to the films and thRead more”
Enjoy the Northern Explorer from Wellington to Auckland: open-air Tongariro views, GPS audio at your seat, and comfortable carriages for an 11-hour scenic ride.
“That you need to sit on the A and B side of the train if you are travelling from Wellington to Auckland for best views from viaducts. We were on the other side. The viewing coach is quite low so if you are tall you have to bend down to see out.”
Spend 8 hours in Wellington chasing Lord of the Rings film spots and a behind-the-scenes Wētā Workshop tour, with lunch included.
“Dixie was an amazing tour guide. She shared so many behind the scenes stories and facts. She was enthusiastic and creative in her presentation. The group we had was also really nice and fun. The weather was perfect, the photos we got were perfect, getting to see these locations in person, and the Weta Workshop…”
Small-group Martinborough wine tour from Wellington with guided tastings, a scenic Remutaka drive, and an optional cheese stop.
“Great way to see a new city in half a day. Very knowledgeable and informative. Simon ensured we got the most out of the experience.”
InterIslander ferry Wellington to Picton: a 3.5-hour Cook Strait cruise with deck views, 2x23kg baggage, and a free station shuttle.
“The Ferry was a good experience, and the service aboard was very friendly and helpful. A chance to sit back and enjoy the ocean scenery.”
A half-day Wellington Lord of the Rings tour with Weta Workshop, filming locations, a native forest walk, and Mount Victoria views for $104.
“The company did an amazing job with communication. We were traveling from Rotorua and were afraid we would miss the pickup. Chewy (with the company), was awesome communicating with us day of, and with Robbie (our tour guide) to make sure we could meet up with the tour group if we missed pickup-which we didn’t.…”
Wellington’s Original HD LOTR Experience with Weta Workshop: insider guides, Middle-earth filming spots, Mt Victoria views in 4 hours.
“The was a great tour and Chewy was very accommodating for our pick up and drop off locations. He was also great to respond to messages and calls. Dixie was a fantastic tour guide and did a great job and was full of LOTR facts!!!”
3.5 hours from Wellington into private farm country for panoramic Cook Strait views and close Wellington fur seals, plus native bush stops.
“Excellent guide and wonderful drive thru very scenic countryside. Was on a Viking cruise but booked thru Viator for the same excursion at less price. Pick up and drop off were at the same spot as the Viking booked guests.”
Ride the InterIslander ferry from Picton to Wellington for great views, easy vehicle transport, and a calmer alternative to flying.
“Good experience Maybe offer more gluten free options Generally good trip and comfortable seating . Staff were friendly”
4WD safari from Wellington to Otari forest, Terawhiti Station, the leaning lighthouse, and Tongue Point fur seals.
“Chris was an absolute delight filled with knowledge and stories and seeing the seals was amazing 😍”
