Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour
Overview
Join us on this 3hr journey into the story of Wellington, where we share the history, culture, conservation and place in the world of Te-Whanagnui-a-Tara - the coolest little capital. Visit Wellington’s main highlights and some hidden gems, including 4 photo stops a ride on the Cable Car. A perfect overview of our wonderful city for those who want an insight into local life and options on how to write your own Wellington story.
What's Included
- 4 photo stops - Wellington sign, south coast, Mt Victoria, Cable Car lookout
- Guaranteed drop off back to the cruise ship
- Pick up directly from cruise ships
- Cable Car ticket
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Please select one when booking. If you don't know which is closest to your accommodation, please contact us for advice.All other pick up locations will be collected up to 20mins before scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa (pass by)
Miramar
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wahine Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lyall Bay (pass by)
Mount Victoria Lookout
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Bucket Fountain (pass by)
Wellington Cable Car
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Wellington Botanic Garden (pass by)
New Zealand Parliament (pass by)
Old St Paul's (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 3 hour duration includes travel time between photo stops and points of interest
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5496074P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- 4 photo stops - Wellington sign, south coast, Mt Victoria, Cable Car lookout.
- Guaranteed drop off back to the cruise ship.
- Pick up directly from cruise ships.
- Cable Car ticket.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 4 photo stops - Wellington sign, south coast, Mt Victoria, Cable Car lookout
- Guaranteed drop off back to the cruise ship
- Pick up directly from cruise ships
- Cable Car ticket
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 3 hour duration includes travel time between photo stops and points of interest
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
