Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

4.9 (253 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation

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Plenty of photo stops — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Visit the Weta Cave for 20 minutes and see Sir Peter Jackson's work over the last 30 years — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points, offering unparalleled panoramas that capture the city's unique harbour setting between mountains and sea.

Your knowledgeable Kiwi guide will reveal why Wellington has earned its reputation as New Zealand's most progressive and culturally vibrant city.

Wellywood Experience: Explore Wellington's thriving film industry hub with coastal scenic drives and a fascinating walk through the Weta Cave, where movie magic happens under the direction of acclaimed Sir Richard Taylor.

Wellington Cable Car Ride this iconic Wellington landmark for magnificent harbour views and access to the exquisite Lady Norwood Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 11 people
People per booking: 1–11
Guide: English
Operated by: Kosher Tours & Travel NZ

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Weta Cave 15 minute review with photos with Cave trolls
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Water bottles 500ml
Included: Jump the line at the Wellington Cable car one way trip

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre

10 min

Meet 10 minutes before the tour begins
Oriental Bay

5 min

The Band Rotunda, a Wellington landmark since its original construction in 1938, has been closed since 2012 as it requires extensive strengthening and restoration work.

Originally named by its first Polish resident Dupa as Wellington’s bottom as the area was used for processing whales and boiling blubber for oil

So named after one of the earliest ships that delivered engineers and town planners from the New Zealand company that arrived after 1840
Carter Fountain

The Carter Fountain was gifted to the city of Wellington from local businessman Hugh Carter, as a memorial to his parents George and Ella Carter, and the people of Wellington for a cost of $75,000.
Oriental Bay

5 min

Painted ladies and other historic houses, such as those in the prominent Wellingtonian Streamline Moderne style, are constructed alongside and up into the hills that face the bay.
Mount Victoria

30 min

A gentle climb up 30 steps for you to see Paradise and our capital city.
Stop 6

20 min

Pop in for some photo opportunities with a few local cave trolls and see Peter Jackson's Weta cave. Paid tours are available at the reception.
Shelly Bay

15 min

Drive around the coast and enjoy unparalleled views of the capital and take a few photos
Red Rocks Reserve

15 min

Head to the south coast and see the Te Kopahou visitor centre
Wellington Wind Turbine

20 min

Head to the windy heavens and witness Wellington from the west and see one of over 60 wind turbines that helps make Wellington 90% self sufficient of electricity.
Wellington Cable Car

30 min Admission included

Admission is included for a one way trip to the top of the Cable car and then access to the Cable car museum.
Lady Norwood Rose Garden

20 min

Walk through the Rose gardens
New Zealand Parliament

10 min

See where New Zealand law is drafted and take some photo's with King Dick
Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre

return to base

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
Quest On Johnston
Bay Plaza Hotel
Te Puni Village
Willis Wellington Hotel
Adelaide Motel
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Newlands Court Motel
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Airport Motel
Ascot Motor Lodge

and 58 more pickup points

Driver will be where the ships dock. Failing this the driver will be at the Old parliament building opposite the shuttle stop

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Options

Anthem of the Seas 15/02/2027

Cruise ship tours only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Celebrity 25th October 2026

Cruise ship tour only: Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordam 17/03/2027

Cruise ships only: Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordam 14/01/2027

Cruise ship tour only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Carnival Splendor 27/11/2026

Cruise ship tour only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Carnival Splendor 2/4/2027

Cruise ships only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Carnival Splendor 6/1/27

Cruise ship tour only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordam 17/02/2027

Cruiseship tour only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Carnival Splendor 16th Oct2026

Meet at the Ship only: The is an exclusive Cruise ship tour

Pickup included
2026 Season

Pickup included
Celebrity Edge 31/01/2027

Cruise ship tour : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Royal Princess 28/02/2027

Cruise ship only tour : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Midday Celebrity 19/01/2027

Cruise ship tour only: Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordam/Riviera 20/01/2027

Cruise ship tour : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordaam/Carnaval 11/11/ 26

Cruise ship tour only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Carnival Splendor 19/02/2027

Cruise Ships only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordam 10/02/2027

Cruise Ship tour only: Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Noordam 11/03/2027

Cruise ship only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Anthem of the Seas 6/2/2027

Cruise Ship tour only: Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included
Carnival Splendor 2/12/2026

Cruise ship tour only : Pickup at the Port of Wellington, meet and greet at the gangway

Pickup included