Top things to do in Wellington, North Island

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (22 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 103.37

 

Helicopter Flight Over Wellington – A Unique Aerial Experience Take to the skies and discover New Zealand’s capital from an unforgettable perspective with this thrilling helicopter flight over Wellington. Departing from the city’s heart, you’ll soar above the vibrant central business district and the stunning harbour, taking in sweeping aerial views that showcase the capital’s charm like never before. From the air, marvel at Wellington’s iconic landmarks — from the cultural hub of Te Papa and the political centerpiece The Beehive, to the distinctive Cake Tin stadium. On clear days you may glimpse breathtaking views across the Cook Strait, revealing the rugged beauty of the Marlborough Sounds in the South Island. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, this experience offers a fresh, awe-inspiring way to see Wellington. Whether you're marking a special occasion or simply seeking adventure, this flight promises a memorable journey high above the capital.

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Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (18 reviews)

From $ 40.76

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Learn how we make the finest New Zealand Manuka Honey. Join us on this exciting experience. The journey follows the full process from hive to jar.

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Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all incl. Weta Tour  in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 109.28

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

We squeeze loads of Lord of the Rings magic in to this one! Recreate some of the most iconic scenes from the trilogy as we visit the location for the first day of filming. The 90 minute Weta cave experience is included in this tour & we check out some of the World Class movie facilities here in Wellingwood! This tour is great fun for anyone, not just LOTR fans.

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Remutaka Rail Trail Explorer - eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 129.96

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Discover the Remutaka area’s rich rail history and natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike) day trip. The flagship of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this trail is suitable for riders of all levels, 28km of easy / moderate riding. Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland. Then ride along the country side into Featherston to the Royal Hotel. You will be provided with everything for your adventure - transport to and from your cruise ship, eBikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride!

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Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 40.76

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

An emissions free tour of our natural and maritime history. Join us on the Southern Hemisphere's first and only fully-electric passenger ferry, Ika Rere, for a zero emissions tour of Wellington Harbour. Learn about the history of Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington as the capital city, our local maritime history and natural environment as we take you on a 90 minute cruise around the harbour. Our tour takes in different parts of the harbour depending on conditions on the day. We're the busiest operator on Wellington Harbour at over 9,000 crossings per year, so our team knows where to go to take in all the best sights, regardless of conditions.

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Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (13 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 129.96

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike). The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this is suitable for riders of all levels, and can be lengthened or shortened to suit you. 28km of easy/moderate riding. Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland. You will be provided with everything for your adventure - transport to and from Wellington, eBikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride! Please note this tour is for an eBike, if you would prefer to ride a Mountain Bike please select this day trip instead: 'Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour'.

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Private Large SUV Airport Transfers Wellington - Executive Travel in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 106.33

 

Dial a driver Welling Ltd brings allows you to Travel InStyle in your own executive class private transport from Wellington Airport to Wharekauhau or other locations such as the Intercontinental Hotel. You will have ample luggage capacity for 5 Adults and a child in a modern large SUV with 4 captain chairs. We have a number of smaller cars and SUVs if required to fulfil your transport requirements.

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Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 85.65

 

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.

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Star Safari Stargazing Experience, Martinborough in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 59.07

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Did you know that the Wairarapa International Dark Sky Reserve has one of the darkest and clearest skies in New Zealand? Only 80km from the Wellington Airport, you get a personal astrobiologist and an astrophysicist to show you the Universe. We are Hari and Sam, and we created Star Safari out of our love of the night sky. • We invested in the best equipment for stargazing, with powerful telescopes and top-quality optics. We know our night sky - both our 16" telescopes are manual, and you can learn it too! • Advanced stargazers, bring your observing list. • Beginner stargazers, we will show you where to start. By the end of the session, you will know what's in the sky and how to orient yourself to the stars. Star Safari is a 90-minute experience with the Universe while seeing the best the amazing southern sky offers. If the weather is unsuitable for stargazing, we explore our sky in virtual reality. You get to ask questions. We deliver a learning experience just for you.

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Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Sculpting in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 32.49

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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!

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Wellington Bike Rental in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.44

 

Practice riding before heading out in a wide open, car-free zone. We're centrally located on Wellington's beautiful waterfront which is the perfect place to start your riding adventure. Our bikes are well maintained by in-house mechanics and we have a great range of sizes, styles and accessories to make your cycling adventure the best day out. We'll give you the best local knowledge of places to visit, food to try and sights to see! Each bike comes with a lock so you can ride to the Weta Cave, Zealandia, Te Papa, Cuba Street and more with your own easy transport!

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Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop Intro to Scars and Scrapes in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 32.49

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Remutaka Rail Trail- Wellington eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 129.96

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Discover the Remutaka area’s rich rail history and natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike) day trip. The flagship of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this trail is suitable for riders of all levels, 28 km of easy/moderate riding. Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland. You will be provided with everything for your adventure - transport to and from your cruise ship, eBikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride!

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Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 38.40

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 97.47

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

A little bit of something for everyone in this tour, with the highlight being visiting a local car museum. Access to Cars Inc is exclusive to Ka Rawe Tours. We take a short drive out of the city heading towards the Hutt Valley. On the way, our guide will enlighten & educate you with some information regarding our beautiful region. We check out some places of interest on the way & before long, we'll be at Cars Inc. From Hummers to pedal cars to American Muscle, there is loads of automotive variety to be found. Be sure to read all the storyboards that go with each vehicle. Then we head to Entertainment precinct Brewtown where you'll enjoy a sampling paddle of NZs finest brews from Te Aro brewery Did you know that Wellington consumes about 40% of Craft Beer produced in NZ? No surprise as we have the best craft beer in NZ! Now, we'll take the brief journey back to the city & we'll drop you at one of our designated stops. You'll have a great time & we look forward to having you.

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Private custom tour with a local guide Wellington in Wellington

Wellington , North Island

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 137.30

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Wellington’s scenic harbor and cultural attractions can be tricky to explore without a local perspective. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to align the tour with your preferences. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour reveals Wellington’s best-kept secrets.

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