
Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 57 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour worth booking?
Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour is a 7-hour experience in Wellington, New Zealand, from $278 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 57 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (57)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $278 per person
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 a ~8-hour private tour capturing the best of Wellington - Oriental Bay, Mt Victoria, Weta Cave, Massey, Wahine and Ataturk memorials, scenic drive of Eastern and Southern bays, Wellington Wind Turbine at Brooklyn, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park/Tomb of Unknown Soldier, Wellington Cable Car, Parliament Buildings and Old St Pauls Cathedral. Note: For cruise ship passengers this tour will operate on a slightly reduced itinerary.
What you get
About this experience
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 a ~8-hour private tour capturing the best of Wellington - Oriental Bay, Mt Victoria, Weta Cave, Massey, Wahine and Ataturk memorials, scenic drive of Eastern and Southern bays, Wellington Wind Turbine at Brooklyn, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park/Tomb of Unknown Soldier, Wellington Cable Car, Parliament Buildings and Old St Pauls Cathedral. Note: For cruise ship passengers this tour will operate on a slightly reduced itinerary.
What's included
Included
- Entry/Admission fee - Old St Pauls Cathedral
- Pick up and drop off from CBD hotel, Railway Station or Cruise Port terminal
- Entry/Admission fee - Weta Workshop & Cave
- Entry/Admission fee - Wellington Cable Car
- Lunch and choice of 1 beverage
- Complimentary photos and tour summary emailed to guests after tour
- Personal Driver/Tour Guide
- Bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
New Zealand Parliament
We have a brief walk around the Parliament grounds where your guide will point out the iconic ‘Beehive’, Houses of Parliament and the Parliamentary Library building.
15 minutes here
Old St. Paul's
Built between 1865 and 1866 Old St Pauls Cathedral is one of the best examples of Gothic Revival architecture in the world. The Cathedral is particularly poignant for American visitors. A large contingent of the American Marine Corp were based in and around Wellington in 1942 and many Marines would attend Sunday services. The American Marine Corp flag and the American national flag of that time with 48 stars hang proudly inside the Cathedral. Here we have a guided tour with a Heritage NZ staff member who will provide an extensive overview of the history of the Cathedral.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Wellington Cable Car
Take a ride on Wellington's long standing, iconic tourist attraction - the Wellington Cable Car. Your guide will take you to the entry point and then meet you up at your final destination - Kelburn.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Lady Norwood Rose Garden
We take a walk through the magnificent Lady Norwood Rose Garden located in the Wellington Botanical Gardens. When the roses are not in bloom a short walk in the gardens can be taken.
30 minutes here
Wellington Waterfront
Put your I in the iconic Well_ington sign, stroll along the harbourside for great city and harbour scenic photo opportunities and view the statue of Kupe which shows the legendary Polynesian explorer with his wife, Hine Te Apārangi, and his tohunga (priest), Pekahourangi.
30 minutes here
Mount Victoria
Take a scenic drive along Oriental Bay winding up the narrow roads of Wellington to Wellington's most popular lookout point. Here we take in majestic views over the city and harbour.
30 minutes here
Weta Workshop Experiences
Immerse yourself in the magical world of movie making and special effects at the Weta Cave. Please note: the visit to the Weta Cave does not include the behind the scenes tour of the Weta Workshop.
15 minutes here
Massey Memorial
View the majestic memorial and tomb of the resting place of former Prime Minister William Massey and his wife Christina.
30 minutes here
Lunch and a choice of beverage at this iconic Eastern Bays Cafe.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Wahine Memorial
We visit several memorials at Seatoun and Breaker Bay to 51 people who tragically lost their lives on 10 April 1968 from the sinking of the Inter Island Ferry Wahine. In fact a further 2 people were to die after the tragedy as a result of injuries sustained on that fateful day.
15 minutes here
Ataturk Memorial
We visit the Mustafa Kemal Atatürk memorial, the first President of the Republic of Turkey above Breaker Bay. The memorial looks out over Cook Strait and the site was chosen for its remarkable likeness to the landscape of the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey. The memorial is particularly poignant for Australian, New Zealand and Turkish visitors who commemorate the ANZAC Gallipoli campaign during World War 1.
30 minutes here
Wellington Wind Turbine
View Wellington's first wind turbine and take in another majestic view of the city and harbour.
30 minutes here
Visit the Tomb for the Unknown Solider and pay our respects to all New Zealand service men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
15 minutes here
Finish your full day tour of Wellington sampling award winning Gelato at the Zelati Dessert Cafe, a 2nd generation, iconic family-owned business.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Kaewa Tours Ltd
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- For children under the age of 7 an approved child restraint seat must be used and be supplied by the customer. If an approved child restraint seat is not available the tour cannot proceed.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 57 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
57 verified traveler reviews for Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Great Tour with A Superb Guide
Dean provided an absolutely wonderful tour. His enthusiasm for the Capitol and his breadth of knowledge set the tone; his personal warmth, patience with questions and willingness to understand and respond in the depth that makes a full-day tour a special treat. The vehicle was very comfortable, the stops were well-planned and the lunch was a special treat. Details about daily life, and career opportunities were special and help. Would certainly take the tour again!
Response from the operator: Kia ora Tim and Barbara, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience of your day out with Kaewa Tours. I am very pleased that you enjoyed your day out with Dean. He is an outstanding Guide and Host along with being a great Ambassador for our region and country. I trust you enjoy the remainder of your time in Aotearoa New Zealand and that you have a safe journey home. Best wishes and take care. Tom & Jill and Dean
via Tripadvisor
Great Day in Wellington
Tom was amazing, really knew the area, professional yet friendly and adaptable to our needs. Thouroughly enjoyed the day and Tom's company.
Response from the operator: Kia ora Thomas, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience of your 2 days out exploring my fabulous capital city Wellington and the even more fabulous vineyards of Martinborough. Thank you very much for booking with Kaewa Tours. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting and hosting you and Janice for the 2 days and I am very pleased you enjoyed your 2 days out with me. I trust you enjoyed the remainder of your visit to Aotearoa New Zealand and that you had a safe trip home to the US. Take care and best wishes, Tom and Jill
via Tripadvisor
One of our best days in NZ
This tour was an incredible journey trough Middle Earth. Our guide Dean was really nice during the day and gave so much details and anecdotes. Little Finn will remember this awsome member of our felleowship of the day. One of the best days of our trip in New Zeland!
Response from the operator: Kia ora and Bonjour Poincelet, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience of your day out exploring the Middle of Middle Earth with Kaewa Tours. Thank you for your very kind words. I am very pleased you enjoyed your day out with Dean. I have passed on your feedback to Dean who has asked me to pass on his sincere gratitude. Most importantly - thank you for booking with Kaewa Tours! I trust you enjoyed the remainder of your visit to Middle Earth - Aotearoa Nouvelle-Zélande and that you had a safe trip home to France. Take care and best wishes, Au revoir, Tom & Jill and Dean
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous and Personable
We all enjoyed our day with Tom very much. He had it all planned out and even accommodated our request to visit the WETA workshop. Never felt rushed. Felt we made great use of our time in port. Thanks Tom for a super day.
Response from the operator: Kia ora Andrea, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience of your day out with Kaewa Tours and thanks for booking with us. It was an absolute pleasure to meet and host you & Roger, Lori & Tom and Kathy & Geoffrey for the day around my fabulous capital city Wellington. I trust you enjoyed the remainder of your cruise around Aotearoa New Zealand and returned home safely to the US. Take care and best wishes, Tom and Jill
via Viator
The Perfect Way to Explore Wellington
Had a fantastic day exploring with Tom! The tour was incredibly enjoyable, well-paced, and full of interesting stories and local knowledge. Tom made everything feel easy and fun, and it was clear how much he cares about giving a great experience. I really loved it and would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Wellington!
Response from the operator: Kia ora Alexandra, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of your day out with Kaewa Tours exploring my fabulous capital city of Wellington. It was lovely to meet and spend the day with you, Sebastian, Craig and Nats on a typical beautiful Wellington day! Thank you for being a 'Weather Angel' - you are indeed gifted! I trust you enjoyed the remainder of your visit to Aotearoa New Zealand and that you had a safe trip home to the US. Take care and best wishes, Tom and Jill
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $278 to $954
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Kaewa Tours Ltd, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.9.
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Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Wellington.
How much does Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $278 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 Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 57 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 Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?
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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 Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?
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Around 20 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour 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, Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington, Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour. 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.
What is included in Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?
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Included: Entry/Admission fee - Old St Pauls Cathedral; Pick up and drop off from CBD hotel, Railway Station or Cruise Port terminal; Entry/Admission fee - Weta Workshop & Cave; Entry/Admission fee - Wellington Cable Car; and Lunch and choice of 1 beverage. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 60 listed pickup locations in and around Wellington. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?
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Across 57 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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