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Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes
4.8(5)Wellington1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.8(5)
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At a glance
Duration
1 hour
Price from
$34 / person
Location
Wellington, New Zealand
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 16
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Weta Workshop
Meeting point
Check in for your experience at our Wētā Cave, located at 1 Weka Street, Miramar. Please allow ample time to find car parking as spaces are limited.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, and 3:45 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 5
Adult (ages 15+)
$34
Child (ages 12–14)
$20
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 84 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Scars and Scrapes at 1:45 pm
Create chilling movie makeup in this 1 hour Intro to Scars and Scrapes Creative Workshop
Scars and Scrapes at 12:45 pm
Create chilling movie makeup in this 1 hour Intro to Scars and Scrapes Creative Workshop
Scars and Scrapes at 3:45 pm
Create chilling movie makeup in this 1 hour Intro to Scars and Scrapes Creative Workshop
What's included
Included
Small group sizes with one-on-one guidance
Suitable for beginners, no experience needed
Wear your movie-worthy makeup home
Expert instruction from Wētā Workshop's crew
All materials and professional tools provided
Not included
Entrance fee to the Wētā Workshop Tour (purchase separately)
Transport
Traveller Ratings
4.8
5 reviews
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How it compares in Wellington
Starting price $34 is 26% below the typical $46 for tours of similar length in Wellington
Excurgo comparison of 177 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age: 12 years
Location and meeting point: 1 Weka Street, Miramar, Wellington 6022, about a 20-minute drive from the city centre. Please arrive 15 minutes early
Duration: 60 minutes
What to wear: comfortable clothes you don't mind getting messy
All materials provided
Allergies and sensitivities: please notify the team of any sensitive skin or known allergies.
Photography is permitted in some areas but not others due to production requirements; your guide will advise
Please note luggage storage is not available on site
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes take?
Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes lasts about 1 hour.
How much does Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this Wellington experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, and 3:45 PM.
How much does Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes cost for children?
Children aged 12–14 pay from $20, adults from $34.
Does Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes sell out?
It can: 84 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Check in for your experience at our Wētā Cave, located at 1 Weka Street, Miramar. Please allow ample time to find car parking as spaces are limited. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(5)
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TroyL912
July 20, 2026
A must do when you visit Wellington
The tour and the scars & scrapes workshop was amazing... the cut I made on my hand fooled a lot of people for the remainder of the day as they thought it was real and I needed to go to the hospital to get it sutured up.
Operator response
Kia Ora,
Thank you for this amazing review! We love hearing that the Scars & Scrapes workshop was such a hit, and that your handiwork was convincing enough to fool people for the rest of the day, that's exactly the kind of realism we hope guests walk away with!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us, we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Ngā mihi,
Wētā Workshop Reservations
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141lornam
February 3, 2026
Wicked Weta Workshop
Liam( Prime) was amazing best tourist workshop done in NZ and any other country.
Liam was awesome I had my 18 yrs old Moko and he had a blast.
You can tell Liam loves his job highly recommend makes you proud of little old New Zealand punching above our weigh again .
Well done Weta Workshop
Operator response
Kia ora,
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear you had such an amazing experience and that it stood out as one of the best workshops you’ve visited. Liam will be delighted to know their passion and enthusiasm helped make the tour so memorable! It’s wonderful to hear the experience made you feel proud of the creativity and talent here in Aotearoa. We really appreciate your recommendation and kind words.
Ngā mihi nui,
Wētā Workshop Reservations Team
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A4602OGsamuell
September 22, 2025
Highly recommended!
Had an absolute blast! Tuesday was a brilliant leader. I did the tour immediately before the creative workshop and it was an awesome time. Had a lot of fun!
J
jimoT819DU
January 24, 2025
Interesting tour and great guide.
Very enjoyable peek behind the scenes of how Weta's artists create movie magic. My guide Sam, was engaging about the exhibitions and was patient in answering questions.
Jim O.
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sueF891
January 23, 2025
Weta tour trip
Interesting . Group timed guides into the worshop. Saw many props from many films and series . Done a very quick workshop using just foil! Not enough time to do much. Hoping to see some special effects make up and the line but none available that day although we did have an explanation on how they do the prothestic masks. It was good but very quick tour of 1 hour 30 mins . Recommend for lord of the rings fans as lots of props .
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