Full Day Tour of Wellington
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 65 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Tour of Wellington worth booking?
Full Day Tour of Wellington is a 6.5-hour experience in Wellington, New Zealand, from $186 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 65 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (65)
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- From
- $186 per person
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 iconic landmarks, the tour will also include a cafe lunch beside the
What you get
About this experience
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 iconic landmarks, the tour will also include a cafe lunch beside the sea (cost not included), and the choice of taking either a guided tour of the Weta Workshop Studios, or for the nature lovers, a guided tour of our renowned wildlife sanctuary Zealandia. Features include: • Mt Victoria lookout (360 views of Wellington) • Ride on Iconic Wellington Cable Car • Parliament Buildings (Beehive) • Old St Paul's Cathedral • Lady Norwood Rose Garden • Rocky coastline • Wahine Memorial • Drive through downtown Wellington • Lunch at a seaside cafe (cost not included) • Weta Cave Tour or Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary (tours are with a guide)
What's included
Included
- Cruise ship pick up
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Small-group tour or private tour
- Driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
You will see the front of the building
Pass by without stopping
Mount Victoria
An amazing 360 degree view of Wellington City
10 minutes here
Otari-Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden
Your guide will lead you across the elevated Tree Top Walkway, 20 metres above the forest floor, offering a bird’s-eye view of towering rimu and tawa trees. Keep an eye out for native birds flitting through the canopy as you walk through this peaceful, untouched corner of Wellington.
30 minutes here
Wellington Cable Car
Guests will ride the iconic Wellington cable car (which first carried passengers in 1902). After you have travelled to the top in the cable car and visited the quaint museum at that end, you will have more breath-taking panoramic views of the harbour and city.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Wellington Botanic Garden
Guests take an easy stroll through the lovely Botanic Gardens
15 minutes here
Lady Norwood Rose Garden
Guests may have a wonder around the beautiful Lady Norwood Rose Garden
10 minutes here
New Zealand Parliament
Visit the Parliament Buildings and learn a bit of history of the area
10 minutes here
Old St. Paul's
Old St Paul’s Cathedral – one of the world’s best examples of Gothic Revival architecture. A 10-minute stop, where guests have to opportunity to visit inside this historical cathedral.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Wellington
The Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre Bus Stop located outside Tākina at 217 Wakefield Steet is the alternative pick up point if you are not arriving off a Cruise Ship or your Hotel is outside of the CBD pick up zone.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
The Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre Bus Stop located outside Tākina at 217 Wakefield Steet is the alternative pick up point if you are not arriving off a Cruise Ship or your Hotel is outside of the CBD pick up zone.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Xplor Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cruise Ship Passenger bookings should select the following option as their pick up location which is the Port: 151 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
- Cruise Ship Passenger bookings should add their ship name in special requirements field.
- PICKUP LOCATION MUST BE GIVEN AT TIME OF BOOKING: Default pickup location Wellington iSite Visitor Centre, if you do not know your hotel at time of booking. You can amend your pickup when you know your hotel, if it is located in the CBD pickup area.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 65 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
65 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Tour of Wellington. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wellington Full Day Tour
Fantastic day. Our guide was excellent - great sense of humour and so informative. He really wanted to show us all that Welli gton had to offer and even stopped off at his favourite pie place to buy us a New Zealand steak and cheese pie (one per couple) which was the best pie I've ever tasted!! And we bumped i tk tbe deputy prime minister, David Seymour, who stoplwd yo have a chat fkr about 5 mins. Would definitely recommend this trip if you want to see and learn all about Wellington.
Response from the operator: Sounds like you had our guide Merv. So glad you enjoyed your tour (and pies) with him. Thanks for leaving Merv your 5 star review.
via Viator
Amazing experience.
What an awesome excursion.Our driver was the best.Hr had lived here his whole live.He went out of his way to show us things not on the tour.
Response from the operator: Great review Elisabeth, and thanks for posting. Good to know our guide gave you a great tour of Wellington.
via Viator
Wellington
Our guideWellington was Dean who was interesting & very informative. He was a good safe driver! He answered all questions as he was very knowlegable!
Response from the operator: A great review for Dean. Thank you for posting it. Glad you enjoyed your tour.
via Viator
Excellent tour guide.
Dean was our tour guide he was excellent. Took us everywhere. Had a great time. Thanks Dean. M Milne
Response from the operator: I'm glad you had a great day with Dean he is a top guide and I will pass your comments onto him.
via Viator
Great day tour of Wellington
A great day spent around Wellington with Merv, our tour guide. Good driving, good care of my elderly father in-law and some snacks purchased as well. Highly recommend for families.
Response from the operator: Thanks for leaving your review and glad you enjoyed your time with Merv and Xplor Tours.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $186 to $310
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 23
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Xplor Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 74.9.
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Full Day Tour of Wellington: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Wellington.
How much does Full Day Tour of Wellington cost?
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Prices start at $186 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Wellington usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Tour of Wellington take?
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Plan for about 6.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Wellington is not rushed.
Is Full Day Tour of Wellington worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 65 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Wellington, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Tour of Wellington?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Tour of Wellington suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Tour of Wellington?
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Around 23 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Wellington can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Wellington and add a light layer if any part of the 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Tour of Wellington start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Wellington within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Wellington?
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On Outty we rank every Wellington experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island, Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour, Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Wellington?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Wellington?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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