What to do in Greater Wellington

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

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Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

CA $48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington: 90-Minute Commentated Harbour Explorer Tour

Wellington: 90-Minute Commentated Harbour Explorer Tour

CA $63
per adult
Wellington: 90-Minute Commentated Harbour Explorer Tour
Wellington Coastal Self Drive Tour with an APP

Wellington Coastal Self Drive Tour with an APP

CA $21
per adult
Wellington Coastal Self Drive Tour with an APP
Don't forget to grab a photo by our iconic Cave Trolls.

Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour

CA $47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

CA $140
per adult
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament

Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington

CA $52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

CA $102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

CA $88
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Wellington: Hidden Māori Treasures Tour

Wellington: Hidden Māori Treasures Tour

CA $44
per adult
Wellington: Hidden Māori Treasures Tour
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What to do in Greater Wellington

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Te Papa

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See, smell and touch the exhibits at New Zealand’s hi-tech and interactive free national museum.
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Where to stay in Greater Wellington

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Wellington CBD

While visiting Wellington CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Wellington Cable Car and New Zealand Portrait Gallery.
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Te Aro

Travelers to Te Aro praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall.
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Wellington Waterfront

The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.
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Petone

Seaside views, cafes, and waterfront views are some highlights of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore or Petone Settlers Museum while you're exploring.

Waikanae Beach

While visiting Waikanae Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Waikanae Beach and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve.

 

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Day trip destinations from Greater Wellington

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Wellington

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Lower Hutt

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Porirua

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Cape Palliser

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Opaki