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Tours/Wellington/Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

4.8(175)Wellington3h 15min
VIATOR4.8(44)TRIPADVISOR4.8(131)
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

At a glance

Duration
3h 15min
Price from
$60 / person
Location
Wellington, New Zealand
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 175 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 9
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Weta Workshop
Meeting point
Depart from the drop-off and pick-up zone at 217 Wakefield Street (located by Tākina)

Description

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 to sit back and enjoy stunning harbour views, insider stories of film and creativity and even spot the iconic Wellywood sign on the way to our creative home in Miramar. Wētā Workshop has been making cool stuff for film and TV since 1987. Our crew has brought to life beloved characters and epic special effects for iconic blockbusters like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and Avatar. Step into Wētā Workshop Experiences and explore a world of creativity, physical effects and movie magic on a guided tour through our creative home base. You'll learn about the making of props, creatures and costumes created for your favourite films. Get hands-on with unique pieces from our many departments, catch our artists at work and discover how we’ve grown into the award-winning workshop you see today.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:15 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:15 PM, and 1:15 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Adult (ages 15+)
$60
Child (ages 5–14)
$40
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.

Tour Options

1:15PM Wētā Workshop Transfer
9:15AM Wētā Workshop Transfer
12:15PM Wētā Workshop Transfer
10:15AM Wētā Workshop Transfer

Itinerary

15 min

Your guided transfers depart from the drop-off and pick-up zone at 217 Wakefield Street (located by Tākina) We recommend arriving at the pick-up point 15-min before your booked departure time.

Weta Workshop Experiences
Admission included180 min

Journey from Wellington to the Wētā Cave in a dedicated shuttle. Here, you'll begin your journey through the movie-magic world of Wētā Workshop! From your favourite films to larger-than-life exhibitions: during our Wētā Workshop Tour learn about the practical effects created for The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, the record-breaking Gallipoli: The scale of our war and more! Wander through Manufacture Alley, interacting with the tools and technology of our creative departments. Hear our tales of filmmaking, see artists at work on our tour stage, and learn secrets of movie magic!

What's included

Included
Guided return transfers from central Wellington - live commentary on board
Professional guided Wētā Workshop Experience
Not included
Does not include hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.8
175 reviews
5
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20
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How it compares in Wellington

  • No. 18 by number of reviews among 177 tours in Wellington
  • Starting price $60 is 58% below the typical $142 for tours of similar length in Wellington

Excurgo comparison of 177 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour takes place in a functioning workshop, so it can get a little drafty. We recommend bringing an extra warm layer or two.
  • There is no luggage storage in the transfer vehicle, Wētā Cave or at in tour space.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited in all tour spaces, unless specified by the tour guide.

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 Guided Transfers & Tour take?

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour lasts about 3h 15min. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour cost?

Prices start at $60 per person for this Wellington experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:15 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:15 PM, and 1:15 PM.

How much does Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour cost for children?

Children aged 5–14 pay from $40, adults from $60. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour 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 Depart from the drop-off and pick-up zone at 217 Wakefield Street (located by Tākina). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour 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 9 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 175 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Weta Workshop.

Reviews(175)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Lesley_M
September 30, 2026 · via Viator
Worth doing

Great tour guide, very interesting collections and excellent description of how things are made. Fascinating.

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Eryl_H
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent

Fantastic. Fascinating, with wonderful, cheery guide. Lots of info and the chance to see what we could do with crumpled aluminium foil! I’m keen to try out some sculpting mediums.

C
Carol_R
September 25, 2026 · via Viator
Enjoyed your bus and...

Enjoyed your bus and workshop. Tour guide James was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and interesting. You should not have minimum no of words

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LoulouLemon
September 22, 2026 · via Viator
An insight to Creative NZ'ers

Perfect timing for pick up ready to find. Friendly guide, knowledgeable & a bit of an actor himself[entertaining]. The tour guide at Weta Workshop was 2nd to none, Taylor- thank you for a fabulous experience. Magic memories.

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TDS0000
September 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great little tour with enthusiastic staff

Such a great experience! Our guide was super enthusiastic and knowledgeable and took time to look around the exhibits. The bus driver gave us a great little tour around Wellington too. Would’ve been good to be able to take some more photos (wasn’t allowed in most areas) but to be honest - the memories are in our heads!

Operator response

Kia ora, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted our guide's enthusiasm and knowledge made for such a great experience, and lovely to hear the bus driver added a little Wellington tour of his own. We totally understand the photo restrictions can be a bit limiting - those areas are protected under strict IP/copyright rules from the film productions - but we love your outlook that the best memories are the ones you carry with you! Ngā mihi, Wētā Workshop Reservations Team

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OnAir451297
July 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fabulous experience

From the wonderful driver who kept us entertained on the journey to the fantastic guide and the marvellous displays, it was huge value for money. Would highly recommend it to everyone

Operator response

Kia Ora, Thank you for this wonderful review! We're so glad the whole experience came together for you, from the entertaining journey with our driver, to the fantastic guide, right through to the marvellous displays. It's great to hear you found it such huge value for money too, that means a lot to us. Thanks so much for your high recommendation, we really appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon. Ngā mihi, Wētā Workshop Reservations

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FarAway24680851606
July 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Awsome

Great value for money. Really enjoyed the commentary from the bus driver.

Operator response

Kia Ora, Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you found the tour to be great value for money, and that the commentary from our driver added such an enjoyable touch to your visit. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback, we hope to welcome you back again soon! Ngā mihi, Wētā Workshop Reservations

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fayef2014
May 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Who would ever have guessed?

We had absolutely no idea what this tour would be like so had no expectations. On entering the building we were struck by the merchandise on sale...it was mind boggling!!! Our guide was easy to hear most of the time ( It's quite a noisy place.) and considered each question asked carefully before replying. She was like a friend sharing her treasures and we felt extremely relaxed. Thank you, Bianca. You made it very special and fascinating. I now see aluminum foil and scrap plastics in a whole new light thanks to Santa and the mad professor....delightful characters who play there and get paid for it. ( I NEED a job like that.)

Operator response

Kia ora, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We love hearing from guests who come in not quite knowing what to expect and leave having had such a memorable experience. It’s fantastic to hear Bianca made the tour feel so welcoming and engaging, and we’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to her. We’re also so glad you enjoyed meeting our creatives and discovering the surprising ways everyday materials can be transformed through movie magic. Hearing that you now see aluminium foil and scrap plastics differently is exactly the kind of inspiration we love to spark. Ngā mihi nui, Wētā Workshop Reservations Team

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Sightseer11476636714
April 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Must do experience for Middle Earth fans

Awesome experience. Great, friendly, knowledgeable tour guide. Was surprised to learn just how many projects Weta Workshop had been involved in. The cave was great too, again with knowlegeable, charismatic staff. The shop also had a good variety of items available in a wide range of price points. Would definitely highly recommend this tour to anyone. Might look to do one of the hands on workshops in Auckland next.

Operator response

Kia ora, Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We’re thrilled to hear you had such an awesome experience and that our team made a great impression with their friendliness and knowledge. It’s always a fun surprise discovering just how many projects Wētā Workshop has been involved in, so we’re glad that stood out to you. Wonderful to hear you enjoyed the Cave and the shop as well, and that the range of items worked for you. We’d love to welcome you to one of our hands-on workshops in Auckland in the future. Ngā mihi nui, Wētā Workshop Reservations Team

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James_M
April 24, 2026 · via Viator
More than just Lord of the Rings

Pick up by driver Derek. He was enthusiastic and informative on the way to the Cave. Extra kudos for stopping at the art deco cinema and letting us spend a short time looking around. Ben was a great and equally enthusiastic tour guide at the Cave. A great opportunity to see some of the effects and props and general behind the scenes. The history of Weta was also very good and I was pleased it wasn't Lord of the Rings centric. They have done so much more and it was good to see that represented. Don't worry, still plenty of Lord of the Rings!

Operator response

Kia ora, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience from start to finish. It’s fantastic to know Derek made the journey enjoyable and informative, and that you appreciated the extra stop along the way. We’re also so glad Ben made the tour at the Cave just as engaging, we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to both of them. It’s great to hear you enjoyed learning about the wider history of Wētā and seeing the range of work beyond Lord of the Rings, while still getting a taste of it too. Ngā mihi nui, Wētā Workshop Reservations Team

$60/ person
4.8(175)
Duration3h 15min
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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