Wellington Historical Walking Odyssey
+5 photos
Step back in time and discover the stories that shaped New Zealand’s capital on our Historical Walking Tour through Wellington. Discover Wellington on our 3.5-hour small-group walking food tour, designed for just 2 to 10 guests. Wander through the city’s historic streets and hidden laneways as your local guide brings Wellington’s past to life with fascinating stories, landmarks and colourful characters. You’ll see the city from a different perspective, uncovering the history behind its buildings, waterfront and vibrant neighbourhoods. The experience finishes with a light lunch at Wellington’s oldest pub, where you can relax and enjoy a meal in one of the city’s most iconic heritage buildings. It’s the perfect way to end a morning of exploring, combining Wellington’s rich history with a taste of its local hospitality. Ideal for travellers who enjoy history, culture and authentic local experiences, this tour offers a memorable introduction to Wellington’s heritage.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Meet and greet your local guide. Your tour starts with a ride on Wellington's iconic cable car to the Botanic Gardens
Enjoy the view of Wellington at the top before enjoying a cup of Wellington’s renowned coffee or tea at a cafe nearby.
Walk along historical streets to the Bolton Street Cemetery.
See the old and new of our Parliament Buildings.
See the old and new churches of Saint Pauls.
See The National Library and Archive Buildings
End your tour with a lunch of iconic fish and chips accompanied with a wine or beer at New Zealand’s oldest pub.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Excurgo comparison of 181 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Wellington Historical Walking Odyssey lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $143 per person for this Wellington experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:30 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meet outside Seed Heritage Clothing Store. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Food and Spice Odyssey.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Historical Walking Odyssey | 3h 30min | 5.0 (1) | $143 | |
 Wellington Walking Food Odyssey | 3h 30min | 4.8 (54) | $143 | View |
 Wellington Chocoholics Walking Odyssey | 3h 30min | 5.0 (6) | $143 | View |
 Wellington Asian Walking Odyssey | 3 hours | 5.0 (2) | $143 | View |
 19 Day New Zealand Odyssey (Auckland to Christchurch) | 19 days | 4.8 (40) | $4,338 | View |
 Auckland Walking Tour: Small-Group History & Culture Experience | 3 hours | 5.0 (22) | $67 | View |
 Odyssey Sensory Maze Entry Auckland Ticket | 20 min–30 min | 4.3 (153) | $22 | View |