THE TOP 10 Wellington Food Tours To Try in 2026

Embark on a culinary adventure through Wellington's vibrant Asian food scene. Our Asian Walking Food Odyssey reveals the rich tapestry of flavours that make Asian cuisine beloved in New Zealand. Guided by a local expert, discover hidden culinary gems, enjoy 5 to 6 delicious tastings, and learn about the history and cultural influences shaping Wellington's dining landscape. This tour combines gastronomic delight with fascinating stories, making it a memorable experience for food enthusiasts. Suitable for ages 18 and up, with small groups of no more than 8, this 3 to 3½ hour odyssey ensures a personal touch and plenty of insights into the local food culture. - Enjoy 5 to 6 tastings showcasing Wellington's Asian culinary delights - Learn about the evolution of Asian cuisine in Wellington - Moderate walking distance with around 5 to 6 stops - Small group experience with a maximum of 8 participants

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Asian Walking Odyssey Wellington

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from $150

Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(37)

from $135

Combine award-winning wine and gorgeous scenery on a full-day small-group tour from Wellington to Martinborough that also explores the Hutt Valley, Rimutaka Ranges, Wairarapa coast, and Lake Onoke. You'll visit Martinborough wineries for cellar tours and tastings, pause for lunch in a vineyard restaurant, then eat dinner at the edge of Lake Onoke after a short shoreline hike. The tour includes a platter lunch, restaurant dinner, wine tasting, and hotel pickup.

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Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington

10 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(218)

from $225

Taste the bountiful produce of the Wairarapa region on this full-day tour. In a comfortable vehicle, enjoy the scenic ride through the Remutaka Ranges while listening to engaging commentary on the local flora, fauna, and history. Stop for tastings of local wine in Martinborough, award-winning olive oil, cheese, and beer. Top it all off with a lunch at a local vineyard with your small group of just 11 people or fewer.

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Martinborough Winery and Foodie Day Tour with vineyard lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(49)

from $197

Shared cheese platter at C'est Cheese Artisan Cheese and Deli

Take a break from the city and spend the day in Martinborough, one of the finest food and drink destinations in the North Island. Enjoy the views as you leave Wellington and cross the Remutaka Ranges into the Wairarapa region. Visit a cheese factory, a chocolatier, and a winery, tasting some of the finest local produce as you go. Spend some free time in Martinborough at the end, sampling more food if you wish.

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Martinborough Foodie Half Day Tour from Wellington

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(110)

from $114

An hour or so north of Wellington, Martinborough is fast making a name for itself as one of the Southern Hemisphere’s leading wine regions. Each weekend, Wellingtonians make the trek over the Remutakas to escape to this European-style wine village. This small group tour is a convenient way to visit Martinborough. There’s no need to stress about driving on country backroads, and no need to plan the day’s itinerary - leaving you to focus on the wine and the iconic scenery.

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Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(488)

from $120

Lovers of good food and drink will enjoy this private food walking tour of Wellington. The New Zealand capital is known for its excellent cuisine, but you need to know where to look beyond the tourist traps. Sample some of Wellington’s finest cuisine, including local specialties. Your guide shows you the best spots that you might miss touring independently. Whether you’re a first-time or repeat visitor, you’ll try something new.

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Walking Food Odyssey Wellington

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(50)

from $150

Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(23)

from $335

Price varies by group size

Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington

Sip your way around Martinborough — a once sleepy colonial town that’s now a prominent wine village at the heart of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail — on this private day trip from Wellington. Following hotel or port pickup and a scenic drive through the Wairarapa, you’ll visit three of Martinborough’s renowned wineries. Enjoy a guided wine tasting at each and a lunch platter with wine at Poppies Martinborough. Then, choose to continue hopping around Martinborough’s wineries or travel to nearby Greytown, whose pretty streets are thronged with cafes and antique stores.

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Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(42)

from $216

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Mobility friendly vehicles with room for a wheel chair and portable mobility devises

Get to know Wellington on a private guided day tour without the stress of driving its hilly terrain, or navigating the public bus system. Take in spectacular views from Mt. Victoria, the Wind Turbine, and the Cable Car top. See Oriental Bay's golden sands and colorful townhouses, explore the Rose Gardens, and visit Peter Jackson’s restored art-deco Roxy Cinema. Enjoy hotel pickup and private transportation for a seamless experience.

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Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Martinborough, just a short drive from Wellington, is one of New Zealand's most prestigious wine areas. This full-day tour includes tastings at three boutique wineries, showcasing some of the finest local drops from the region, and travels through beautiful countryside. For those less partial to wine, stop at a local brewery to try some craft beers, as well as a gourmet cheese shop. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

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Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour

6 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(34)

from $174

Aaron's Kosher tour Is an Historical inspired tour for you to see the best of Wellington. On tour you will experience Colonial and Māori heritage from the great Polynesian migration in the 10th century to the land wars in 1862 and the integration/fusion of early European culture into the Wairarapa region. Hand-picked dining and brasserie style restaurants with set menus that will inspire the foodie in you. Tour 6 hours

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Wellington Jewish Heritage sightseeing tour with a kosher lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(7)

from $390

Price varies by group size

Get out of Wellington city on a half-day wine and culinary adventure in Martinborough. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup included. Admire the vineyard-covered landscape of the Wairarapa and enjoy a high-end lunch at Coney Vineyard and Winery accompanied by wine tastings and bottled water. Avoid the hassle of self-driving and indulge in a glass or two of wine on this shared tour.

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Martinborough Chefs wine tour with gourmet lunch from Wellington

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(7)

from $420

Price varies by group size

Martinborough Private Food and Wine Tour in Tesla SUV

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations and vineyards that large tour buses do not. Tours are fully inclusive with no added extra charges. They include morning refreshments, lunch, and all wine-tasting fees. Complimentary Antipodes artesian mineral water, along with HEPA air conditioning, and if you wish your choice of music on Tesla's Spotify system on the way back to Wellington. Please note vineyards visited may vary as a result of their opening hours.

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Martinborough Private Food and Wine Tour in Tesla SUV

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(9)

from $330

Price varies by group size

Taste some of the best wines in the Wairarapa

Enjoy the views over the Remutaka Ranges. Savor the taste of award-winning wines at 3 boutique wineries in Martinborough. Enjoy a gourmet lunch platter to complement your wine tasting experience. Learn about the history of the wines and the winemaking process from the experts Visit 3 of the favorite wineries and listen to the wine makers explain with passion the history of their wines and inviting you to taste a variety of them. Your wine tasting will be matched with a delightful gourmet lunch platter that will leave your taste buds tingling.

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Wine and Food Tour to Martinbough

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

from $174

Price varies by group size

Shared platters at Coney wines. 8-10 wine tasting with Lisa the owner and wine maker

Food and wine lovers enjoy a private tour from Wellington to Martinborough's renowned wine region. Taste exquisite wines at multiple venues, including exclusive tastings and a gourmet French-style lunch, while traveling comfortably in a private car or van with hotel pickup. This full-day experience offers a deeper look into local vineyards and culinary delights for a memorable day out of the capital.

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Chefs Private Martinborough Wine Tour with lunch from Wellington

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(66)

from $390

Price varies by group size

Private Martinborough Wine Tour in an Electric Vehicle - Tesla Model Y

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations and vineyards that large tour buses do not. Tours are fully inclusive with no added extra charges. They include morning refreshments, lunch, and all wine-tasting fees. Complimentary Antipodes artesian mineral water, along with HEPA air conditioning, and if you wish your choice of music on Tesla's Spotify system on the way back to Wellington. Please note vineyards visited may vary as a result of their opening hours.

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Private Martinborough Wine Tour in an Electric Vehicle - Tesla Model Y

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(7)

from $330

Price varies by group size

Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(28)

from $359

Price varies by group size

Lunch and wine tastings at Le Gra Vineyard.

Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(35)

from $323

Price varies by group size

Martinborough Region Day Trip including beverage sampling

The amazing region of Wairarapa. We head out of Wellington for the short journey over the Rimutaka Hill to explore Martinborough. Renowned not only for its micro climate but also for the many vineyards producing world class wines. Most notably, the Pinot Noir. We visit some of the best vineyards in Martinborough to experience their incredible hospitality and of course, we'll enjoy some delicious food as part of our time here too. You'll be driven safely to & from the region with a knowledgeable local host. We can't wait to have you!

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Martinborough Region Day Trip including beverage sampling

7 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

from $177

Martinborough Winery Private Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(21)

from $151

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