The best family-friendly activities in Wellington for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Wellington, New Zealand
Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour

First stop, Dry Creek Quarry site of Helm’s Deep and Minas Tirith. Then River Anduin where the Fellowship travelled to Amon Hen, Gardens of Isengard …More

First stop, Dry Creek Quarry site of Helm’s Deep and Minas Tirith. Then River Anduin where the Fellowship travelled to Amon Hen, Gardens of Isengard...

360 to 390 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$170
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital …More

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (251)
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$105
Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa: Gallipoli Exhibition Guided Tour

Explore Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War with the peace and stillness this subject matter deserves by joining a small group guided tour. Te Papa …More

Explore Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War with the peace and stillness this subject matter deserves by joining a small group guided tour. Te Papa...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$44
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

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 …More

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...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$62
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All …More

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$72
Full Day Tour of Wellington

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting …More

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting...

387 to 420 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$176
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa: Introducing Te Papa Tour

Discover the best of New Zealand’s premier museum, Te Papa, with a guided tour that provides an excellent introduction to this must-see attraction in Wellington. …More

Discover the best of New Zealand’s premier museum, Te Papa, with a guided tour that provides an excellent introduction to this must-see attraction in Wellington....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$44
Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington

Sample the wines of New Zealand’s fertile North Island on this private full-day Martinborough wine tour from Wellington. Visit three Martinborough wineries with a private …More

Sample the wines of New Zealand’s fertile North Island on this private full-day Martinborough wine tour from Wellington. Visit three Martinborough wineries with a private...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$204
Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy …More

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$214
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

Get connected with more of the fabulous Wellington that locals love. Kia ora, we are Jo & Suzee. We are passionate about creating fun private …More

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Get connected with more of the fabulous Wellington that locals love. Kia ora, we are Jo & Suzee. We are passionate about creating fun private...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$295
Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points, …More

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$227
Chefs Private Martinborough Wine Tour with lunch from Wellington

Expert-Guided Wine Journey: Explore Martinborough's hidden gem vineyards through the discerning palate of our French-trained chef or our nature enthusiast guide who reveals secret landscapes. …More

Expert-Guided Wine Journey: Explore Martinborough's hidden gem vineyards through the discerning palate of our French-trained chef or our nature enthusiast guide who reveals secret landscapes....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$256
Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour

Take in the sights of Wellington while your cruise ship is in port, and discover one of the world’s most charming capital cities. See where …More

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Take in the sights of Wellington while your cruise ship is in port, and discover one of the world’s most charming capital cities. See where...

3 hours
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$88
Martinborough Winery Private Tour

Enjoy a 5 hour guided tour over the Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Visit three of the regions best …More

Enjoy a 5 hour guided tour over the Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Visit three of the regions best...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
InterIslander Ferry - Wellington to Picton

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breath-taking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year. …More

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breath-taking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year....

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (363)
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$59
Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy …More

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$299
Wellington City and Sea: Private 5-6 hr tour Lunch inclusive

Our guests enjoy travelling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs , with zero emissions. We provide a private tour for you, offering …More

Our guests enjoy travelling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs , with zero emissions. We provide a private tour for you, offering...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$168
Wellington Lord of the Rings 6-8 hour Private Tour & Feast

Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life in Peter Jackson's iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy. This exclusive tour offers film enthusiasts …More

Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life in Peter Jackson's iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy. This exclusive tour offers film enthusiasts...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$227
Northern Explorer Train Journey from Wellington to Auckland

New Zealand's longest running passenger service, the Northern Explorer is a long distance scenic train service running between Wellington and Auckland.  Experience the extremes of …More

New Zealand's longest running passenger service, the Northern Explorer is a long distance scenic train service running between Wellington and Auckland.  Experience the extremes of...

5.25 to 10.5 hours
4.4 (476)
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$141
Lord of the Rings 1/2 day Tour to rule them all incl. Weta Tour

We squeeze loads of Lord of the Rings magic in to this one! Recreate some of the most iconic scenes from the trilogy as we …More

We squeeze loads of Lord of the Rings magic in to this one! Recreate some of the most iconic scenes from the trilogy as we...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (17)
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$108
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