Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour
Overview
Go behind the scenes of Wētā Workshop in Wellington and discover the creativity behind one of the world's most iconic creative studios.
For more than 30 years, Wētā Workshop has been creating props, costumes, creatures and practical effects for some of the most celebrated film and television productions ever made, from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar and District 9. On this 90-minute guided experience, you'll gain a unique insight into the work of the artists who bring extraordinary worlds and characters to life.
Led by expert guides, your tour takes you through a dedicated experience space where you'll explore props, costumes, creatures and weaponry displays. Along the way, you'll discover the techniques, tools and creative processes used by the Wētā Workshop team, from concept design and sculpting through to finishing. Keep an eye out for an artist at work on the tour stage.
What's Included
- Exclusive, up-close glimpse inside the workshop
- Access to the Wētā Cave retail store
- The chance to see an artist at work on the tour stage
- Insights into real film and TV production techniques
- Translations via QR code (Chinese and French)
- Behind-the-scenes access to props, costumes, armour and creature displays
- 90-minute guided tour with an expert guide
- Guided return transfers
Meeting Location
1 Weka Street
Miramar, Wellington 6022, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Photography is strictly prohibited in all tour spaces, unless specified by the tour guide.
- There is no luggage storage in the Wētā Cave or at our tour spaces.
- Check in at the Wētā Cave 10 mins before your tour departs.
- Duration: Approx. 90 minutes.
- Take a selfie with our Cave Trolls (props included)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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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).
- Exclusive, up-close glimpse inside the workshop.
- Access to the Wētā Cave retail store.
- The chance to see an artist at work on the tour stage.
- Insights into real film and TV production techniques.
- Translations via QR code (Chinese and French).
- Behind-the-scenes access to props, costumes, armour and creature displays.
- 90-minute guided tour with an expert guide.
- Guided return transfers.
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 Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute 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
- Exclusive, up-close glimpse inside the workshop
- Access to the Wētā Cave retail store
- The chance to see an artist at work on the tour stage
- Insights into real film and TV production techniques
- Translations via QR code (Chinese and French)
- Behind-the-scenes access to props, costumes, armour and creature displays
- 90-minute guided tour with an expert guide
- Guided return transfers
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Photography is strictly prohibited in all tour spaces, unless specified by the tour guide.
- There is no luggage storage in the Wētā Cave or at our tour spaces.
- Check in at the Wētā Cave 10 mins before your tour departs.
- Duration: Approx. 90 minutes.
- Take a selfie with our Cave Trolls (props included)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
