Top 10 City Tours in Wellington, North Island

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Immerse yourself in the windy city of Wellington, the "Coolest Little Capital in the World". In this audio tour explore this beautiful seaside city where you can take a cable car up the top of Mount Victoria, walk along the breezy Waterfront and visit one of the top museums in the world, the Te Papa Museum.

Inclusions: Zip folder of audio files and map, Self-Guided Audio Tour, Self-Paced, Downloadable link to download mp3 file and map

Exclusions: Audio device, Food/drinks, Transportation, Headphones

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the stories behind the scenes. We head around scenic Oriental Parade to Parrot Dog brewery. Next we continue around the rugged south coast to Garage Project, recently voted NZ's best craft beer brewery. Then we stop in at Panhead in Tory St to taste their Supercharger, regularly voted NZ's best craft beer. We finish up with last orders at the Fork and Brewer in Bond St.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Craft Beer tasting, Private driver/guide with live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

A 5 hour guided highlights tour of coastal Wellington. Tour highlights include spectacular views at the Mount Victoria Lookout, a scenic coastal drive from Oriental Parade around the Miramar Peninsula as well as a visit to the Weta Workshop Weta Cave with exclusive documentary viewing. Enjoy the views from the south Wellington Coast as far as Te Kopahou Reserve and Brooklyn Wind Turbine before a central city stops including the Cable Car and Old St Paul's Cathedral. Optional stops at Lady Norwood Rose Garden and Pukeahu National War Memorial are available if time allows. Lunch (a main and a drink) at a seaside cafe is included.

Inclusions: Lunch (mains + a drink), Exclusive access to private vehicle with local driver/guide and live onboard commentary, Cruise ship terminal or hotel pickup and drop-off service, Private tour only. One group booking only permitted.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Does not include Weta Studio behind the scenes tours (unavailable due to tour time constraints), Does not includes Wellington Cable Car tickets (optional)

This privately guided bicycle tour, starts from our base located inside the Wellington Railway Station conveniently located near all the major hotels, ferries and cruise terminal. View the Houses of Parliament and the Beehive, before heading on to the waterfront cycle lanes passing plenty of public artwork and buildings of significance, including Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand. Once past the golden sands of Oriental Bay, the route then heads towards the wild south coast, home to Little Blue Penguins and the unique Victorian architecture of Wellington. Visit the Meridian Energy Wind Sculpture Trail before heading back to the beachside village for an ice-cream or barista made coffee. Before returning to our base in the railway station, two more stops will help explain the conservation story of Wellington and a nice photostop. The route is flat and follows cycle lanes. Wind can be a significant factor in Wellington; some fitness and a good level of bike confidence needed.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, Local guide, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

A 5 hour guided highlights tour of coastal Wellington. Tour highlights include spectacular views at the Mount Victoria Lookout, a scenic coastal drive from Oriental Parade around the Miramar Peninsula as well as a visit to the Weta Workshop Weta Cave with exclusive documentary viewing. Enjoy the views of the rugged south Wellington Coast as far as Te Kopahou Reserve and the Brooklyn Wind Turbine before optional central city stops including the Cable Car, Botanical Gardens and Lady Norwood Rose garden and Old St Paul's Cathedral. Lunch (a main and a drink) at a seaside cafe is included.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local driver/guide with live commentary on board, Hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off, Small group tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Cable Car tickets (optional)

Must See and Fun Tour of Wellington Where your Wellington adventure begins … Features include: • Downtown entertainment area of Wellington • Mt Victoria • Rugged Coastline • Weta Cave • Southern Hemisphere’s largest roundabout • War Memorial park • Cable Car • Lady Norwood Rose Gardens • Southern Hemisphere’s largest wooden building • Parliament Grounds • Old St Paul’s Cathedral

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Tour escort/host, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities

On this amazing private tour you will see the top attractions in Wellington city has to offer! You will be driven around the rugged coast line to Red Rocks with the South Island providing the backdrop. Discover the stunning views from Mt Victoria, ride the Cable Car and wander through the Botanical Gardens, before visiting Old St Paul's Church and Parliament grounds with the iconic Beehive building Lunch is taken at Chocolate Fish cafe by the beach and we tour Peter Jackson's film empire at Weta Cave.

Inclusions: Lunch, refreshments and afternoon tea, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Half day Lord of the Rings location tour brings the best  locations in Wellington City. This is the best way to see Wellington’s Lord of the Rings locations in half a day with a knowledgeable Lord of the Rings specialist guide. Includes; Mt Victoria, the Wellington film studios and post production facilities, including the Weta Workshop.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Venture from Auckland to the North Island on this private 8-day tour that takes you by private, luxury vehicle to Coromandel, Whitianga, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park and Wellington. Take guided sightseeing tours, discover natural hot springs, witness amazing geothermal activity, enjoy scenic nature walks through kauri tree forests, and admire views of majestic volcanoes and beautiful beaches, with plenty of free time to explore more on your own. Your private guide will teach you about Maori culture, as well as the history, geography and wildlife of New Zealand. You’ll experience North Island’s highlights as well as hidden gems not seen on normal coach tours. The service that we provide is a private luxury tour service, not a large group tour. Other than our friendly tour staff you will not be sharing your tour with anyone outside of your own party so you can rest assured that this is your tour and we’ll do exactly what you want to make it your perfect trip.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private tour, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Live commentary on board, Professional tour guide (who is also the driver) , Transport by private vehicle including fuel , Hotel pickup and drop-off, Sightseeing tours of Auckland and Wellington, 7 nights accommodation in your selected category of hotel

Exclusions: Gratuities, Optional activities, Personal expenses, Food and drinks, not specified in the itinerary (lunch and dinner)

We make it super easy for you and your friends to hop on board your Hammonds Wellington City Sights and Coastline Tour. We have a special portside departure available on days where there is a cruise ship entering Wellington Port. We will pick you up directly from the Cruise Port. It’s so easy and our experienced driver guides will ensure you’re back in time to board your ship and won’t be left behind. The Wellington City Sights Tour is the perfect introduction to Wellington City. See the best of Wellington on Wellington's only multi-lingual commentary tour. Explore through the eyes of a local on this tour. Experience the best attractions and must see landmarks of this vibrant city and get off the tourist trail. Gain a 360° view of the city from Mount Victoria, experience the rugged south coast seas and explore interesting quaint villages throughout the city. Take a ride on the famous cable car (optional at own cost) but most of all sit back and enjoy Wellington at its finest!

Inclusions: Wellington Port Pick Up and Drop Off, Driver / Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Cable Car (optional) $5, Food & Drinks (unless specified)