Top Wellington Tours & Sightseeing

Q: What are the best options for Wellington Tours & Sightseeing?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Wellington Tours & Sightseeing are: Spectacular Wellington: Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion Private Wellington Full Day Sightseeing Tour Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Wellington Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Wellington Tours & Sightseeing are: Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Wellington Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Wellington Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Wellington Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Wellington Tours & Sightseeing include Hotel Pickup: Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Wellington trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Wellington Tours. Top 10 Wellington 2026 Senior-friendly tours Wellington The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Wellington Top Day Trips from Wellington Things to do in Wellington this summer View all Wellington Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Wellington?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Wellington are: Wellington Luxury & Special Occasions Wellington Luxury Tours Wellington Tours & Sightseeing Wellington Cultural & Theme Tours Wellington Port Transfers View all tour styles in Wellington →

Zealandia - Twilight Guided Eco Wildlife Tour

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2.5 hour guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus …More

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Zealandia - Twilight Guided Eco Wildlife Tour

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2.5 hour guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (77)

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$62

Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Temple

High-tech, magical puzzles, mysterious story lines, immersive themes and nonlinear game design. Discover the dark secrets of an ancient temple of a long lost civilization …More

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Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Temple

High-tech, magical puzzles, mysterious story lines, immersive themes and nonlinear game design. Discover the dark secrets of an ancient temple of a long lost civilization...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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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

4.8 (66)

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...

387 to 420 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$176

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

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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....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$255

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

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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,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on a self guided mountain bike ride. The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Rail Trail, …More

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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on a self guided mountain bike ride. The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Rail Trail,...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (54)

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$125

Discover Wellington on our 3.5-hour small-group walking food tour, designed for just 2 to 10 guests. Taste your way through Wellington, from coffee made from …More

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Wellington Walking Food Odyssey

Discover Wellington on our 3.5-hour small-group walking food tour, designed for just 2 to 10 guests. Taste your way through Wellington, from coffee made from...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike). The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this is …More

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Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike). The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this is...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

This locally guided food walking tour includes all tastings and a real insight into the life of a local. As they say, you can't beat …More

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Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

This locally guided food walking tour includes all tastings and a real insight into the life of a local. As they say, you can't beat...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Lord of The Rings Full Day locations tour incl Weta & keepsake

One tour to rule them all...... You'll get to check out the filming locations of our magical Lord of the Rings trilogy & you also …More

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Lord of The Rings Full Day locations tour incl Weta & keepsake

One tour to rule them all...... You'll get to check out the filming locations of our magical Lord of the Rings trilogy & you also...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

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

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Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

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

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Martinborough Wine Experience A fully escorted tour which takes in three award winning wineries in Martinborough,a craft beer brewery and a sensational shop bursting with …More

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Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour

Martinborough Wine Experience A fully escorted tour which takes in three award winning wineries in Martinborough,a craft beer brewery and a sensational shop bursting with...

370 to 390 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including entry to Te Papa

After collecting our guests, we start the day on a high (excuse the pun) by heading up to the Mount Victoria lookout. for 360' views. …More

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Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including entry to Te Papa

After collecting our guests, we start the day on a high (excuse the pun) by heading up to the Mount Victoria lookout. for 360' views....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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

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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...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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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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...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed harbour tour …More

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Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed harbour tour...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Wellington Craft Beer & Brewery Half-Day Tour

Visit three of Wellington and the Hutt Valley’s best craft breweries with tastings at each location. Enjoy a range of locally made craft beers at …More

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Wellington Craft Beer & Brewery Half-Day Tour

Visit three of Wellington and the Hutt Valley’s best craft breweries with tastings at each location. Enjoy a range of locally made craft beers at...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington

Sweet Axe is the first and top rated axe throwing venue in NZ. Our commitment to safety community and fun has our guests coming back …More

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Axe Throwing Lesson and Tournament in Wellington

Sweet Axe is the first and top rated axe throwing venue in NZ. Our commitment to safety community and fun has our guests coming back...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Wellington Tours & Sightseeing?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Wellington Tours & Sightseeing Tours?

Which Wellington Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which Wellington Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

Wellington Tours & Sightseeing with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Wellington Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Wellington trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Wellington?