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It can be hard to know where to begin if you’re short on time in Wellington. This guided tour is ideal for cruise passengers. Starting with great views from the Mount Victoria lookout, you’ll be driven around Oriental Bay, the Miramar Peninsula, and the winding southern coastline. In between, enjoy stops at Weta Workshop’s Weta Cave shop, a coastal cafe for lunch, and more.

Discover Wellington in your hiking shoes! On our Wellington hiking tour, we will take in sweeping rural, city, and coastal vistas, with views stretching as far as the Kaikōura Ranges, Marlborough Sounds, Wellington City and Harbour, and the Tararua and Orongorongo Ranges as you journey from south to north in the Wellington region. From start to finish, we make your experience seamless. Your local guide will handle all the logistics, lunch, water, sunscreen and a post walk ice cream – while sharing stories of New Zealand’s history, culture, and everyday life in Aotearoa. All you need to do is walk, explore, and enjoy. ©WellingtonNZ

See and do exactly what you want on a private full-day tour of the Kapiti Coast with hotel pickup. Choose your own sights and activities from several suggestions, so every member of your group is satisfied. Spend time on the beaches at Plimmerton and Paraparaumu, enjoy views from Paekakariki Hill Road Lookout, and sample sweet treats at the Kapiti Chocolate Factory. All entry fees and lunch with alcoholic drinks are included.

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s best-kept nature sanctuaries and a predator-free haven for native birds. On this private day trip to the island, take a ferry from Paraparaumu Beach and spend your day walking the island, identifying kākā, kōkako, kererū and other native species with the help of your nature guide. Enjoy a chef-prepared lunch on the island before you head back to the mainland.

The essential introduction to Wellington! Jump on a bike and our guide will show you around the Wellington Waterfront and introduce you to some fascinating past and present figures who have made Wellington the creative capital it is today. This tour is perfect for those with just a couple of hours to spare or who prefer their riding to be only on cycle paths. This route is only 10km so the riding is easy and the distance is short (if you're after a longer bike ride, check out our Half Day Tour). Our Introduction to Wellington tour is set at an easy pace with plenty of time for questions and taking photos at each of the tour stops. Our tour focuses on six city shaping people and we’ll point out some key Wellington landmarks along the way including the Parliament, Wellington Stadium, Te Papa Museum, Cuba St, Oriental Bay, Wellington Railway Station and the historic Wellington Waterfront. We use regular bikes for this tour as it's mostly flat, but you can upgrade to an electric bike.

Discover Petone, one of Wellington’s oldest settlements, and uncover its hidden foodie gems on this 4.5-hour half-day tour. Bypass tourist traps and explore the best food spots in Petone. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes visit to a specialty coffee roastery or tea brewing session, sample a New Zealand artisanal dairy platter, indulge in handcrafted chocolates, and wander the vibrant foodie hub of Jackson Street. All tastings are included.

With innovative brewers, New Zealand’s biggest craft beer festival, and a craft beer bar around every corner, Wellington is an exciting destination for beer lovers. With new breweries always popping up around the city, it can be hard for hop heads to know where to go. On this private tour, check out some of the city’s most successful craft breweries and brewpubs.

Delve into Wellington's culinary scene on this Secret Food Tour, where every bite tells a story. Begin with a perfectly brewed flat white, a symbol of the city’s coffee culture. Discover the unique flavors of artisan chocolate and indulge in traditional New Zealand dishes as you stroll through the vibrant Cuba Street. Enjoy a tasting of locally brewed craft beers, and finish with a scoop of fresh, handmade ice cream. Your local guide enriches the experience with tales of Māori traditions and the city’s diverse culinary influences. - Guided food tour through the heart of Wellington - Taste local favorites including artisan chocolate and a hearty dish - Sample 3 locally brewed beers and a traditional flat white - Enjoy a scoop of handmade ice cream made from local dairy

Discover the North Island’s highlights without having to back-track on this 1-way, 4-day tour from Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua. Accommodation and all transportation are included, saving you logistical stress. Travel along the Kapiti Coast, past active volcanoes, and the bubbling mud pools of Rotorua. Watch Māori performances and visit the Hobbiton™ Movie Set. Take a boat ride through the Waitomo Caves, lit by hundreds of glowworms, and more.

If you’ve only got a few hours, this is the most rewarding way to see Wellington. Wander through tranquil bush tracks, pass by famous filming locations, and pop out on the summit for unbeatable panoramic views. This short, scenic adventure is ideal for tourist, business travellers, conference attendees, and anyone wanting to feel the magic of Wellington in a short window of time.

Bring a fantastical character to life: Be led through sculpting basics by Wētā Workshop crew & bring a 3D character to life! Learn how to craft a sculpture: From household materials and modelling clay. Take your sculpture home to finish and display!

Discover Wellington’s top attractions on this full-day guided tour, ideal for first-time visitors or anyone short on time who wants to fit a lot into a day. See outer suburbs and city highlights including the Mt. Victoria lookout, a ride on the Wellington Cable Car, and a visit to Old St. Paul's Cathedral. Choose between a guided tour of Weta Workshop Studios or the Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create a gruesome wound and use prosthetic effects to apply it to your arm? Learn the art of crafting convincing special effects by mixing blood and sculpting your own scars and scrapes at our Intro to SFX workshop.

Stonehenge Aotearoa offers a unique twist on the iconic monument. This modern, working observatory in New Zealand is designed for the Southern Hemisphere, incorporating Polynesian and Maori astronomical knowledge. Interactive tours engage visitors in learning how ancient cultures navigated and understood the cosmos. Set in the serene Wairarapa countryside, it provides a less crowded and more intimate experience than its UK counterpart. Explore the stars and delve into the fascinating world of archaeoastronomy at Stonehenge Aotearoa. Up to 50 people in a tour.