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

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...
$170

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...
$105

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...
$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...
$62

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...
$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...
$176

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....
$44

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...
$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...
$214

Get connected with more of the fabulous Wellington that locals love. Kia ora, we are Jo & Suzee. We are passionate about creating fun private...
$295

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,...
$227

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....
$256

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...
$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...
$143

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....
$59

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...
$299

Our guests enjoy travelling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs , with zero emissions. We provide a private tour for you, offering...
$168

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...
$227

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...
$141

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...
$108

