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tep into a world of creativity, physical effects and movie magic at Wētā Workshop in Wellington
4.8(947)

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

1 hour 30 minutes
From $59.00
Beware of Trolls at Weta Cave
4.7(659)

Half Day Tour of Wellington

3 hours 20 minutes
From $128.00
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
4.8(576)

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

8 hours
From $325.00
Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour
4.8(546)

Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour

From $309.00

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Chefs Private Martinborough Wine Tour with lunch from Wellington
Special Offer
Ends 4/30/2026
5.0(63)

Chefs Private Martinborough Wine Tour with lunch from Wellington

7 hours
From $562.50(Save $37.50)
Wellington City Heights Sightseeing Private 6 hour tour Cable Car
Special Offer
Ends 6/6/2026
4.9(59)

Wellington City Heights Sightseeing Private 6 hour tour Cable Car

6 hours
From $280.00(Save $20.00)

Featured Attractions

Mt. Victoria Lookout

Mt. Victoria Lookout

Wellington, Wellington
4.8(3167 reviews)
Wellington Cable Car

Wellington Cable Car

Wellington, Wellington
4.8(2519 reviews)
CentrePort Wellington

CentrePort Wellington

Wellington, Wellington
4.8(2119 reviews)

Latest Guides

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Te Papa Museum in Wellington: How Long You Need and How to Plan Your Visit

By Jack C | Published 10 April 2026

Planning Te Papa museum in Wellington? Allow 2-3 hours, prioritise key galleries, and pair your visit with the waterfront or Cuba St.

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Wellington Cable Car Guide: Best Way to Ride It and Plan Your Route

By Jack C | Published 8 April 2026

Use the Wellington Cable Car the smart way: ride up from Lambton Quay, explore the Botanic Garden, then walk back down into the CBD.

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Best Food and Drink Tours in Wellington for Autumn

By Jack C | Published 2 April 2026

Discover Wellington food and drink tours for autumn, from private foodie day trips to Martinborough wine outings and a hands-on beekeeping stop.

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Easter Weekend in Wellington with Kids: Easy Ideas for a Low-Stress Family Trip

By Jack C | Published 28 March 2026

Plan an easy Easter weekend in Wellington with kids, with simple family-friendly ideas for changeable weather, school holidays, and tired afternoons.

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Best Wellington Day Trips in Autumn: Wine, Coast and Easy Adventures

By Jack C | Published 28 March 2026

Plan the best Wellington day trips in autumn, from Wairarapa wine and Kapiti food stops to the Remutaka Rail Trail and craft beer.

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Best Autumn Wine Tours from Wellington

By Jack C | Published 24 March 2026

Cooler days and harvest-season atmosphere make autumn ideal for a Wellington wine day trip. Here are the best tour styles to consider.

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