The Top 10 Wellington Tours and Activities 2026

Wellington, New Zealand

The Top10Adventures® Top 10 Wellington list brings together the best tours, activities, and things to do in the area. Each one has been traveler-tested by people like you and handpicked to deliver the most fun for the best prices in Wellington.

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Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
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Step behind-the-scenes Wētā Workshop has been making cool stuff for film and TV since 1987. Our crew has brought to life beloved characters and epic...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (948)
$34.34
$33.34

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Enjoy a full day, all-inclusive adventure in Wellington, the home of middle-Earth. Visit some amazing locations from the Lord of the Rings movies, enjoy a...

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (582)
$190.13
$189.13

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Journey from Wellington to Wētā Workshop—and back again—in our dedicated shuttle. With daily tours departing from Wakefield Street in the city centre, we invite you...

3 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (166)
$61.11
$60.11

Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa: International Visitor Entry
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Te Papa Museum of New Zealand is unique for its innovative, interactive exhibits that engage visitors through cutting-edge technology, its deep respect and authentic representation...

2 daysFree Cancellation
2 daysFree Cancellation
2 days • Free Cancellation
4.6 (72)
$20.37
$19.37

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including guided tour at Te Papa
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During our tour, we provide opportunities to get out of the vehicle, stretch your legs & get some fresh air. Our friendly guides will even...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (32)
$172.58
$171.58

Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington
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This locally guided food walking tour includes all tastings and a real insight into the life of a local. As they say, you can't beat...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (38)
$131.63
$130.63

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
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Discover Wellington from a different perspective on a 90-minute commentated harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere’s first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (21)
$46.23
$45.23

Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington
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Experience a 5.5-hour guided tour to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Departing from Wellington, the tour follows the Hutt River through the...

5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (480)
$116.40
$115.40

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