Things to do in Wellington

Planning questions about Wellington

What are the best things to do in Wellington?

Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour is the highest ranked experience in Wellington, scoring 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 992 traveler reviews. Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island, Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch, Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington, Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Wellington, New Zealand, and 6 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Wellington cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Wellington is $100 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $5 on Self Guided Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Wellington for today?

Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Wellington currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Wellington good for families?

Yes. 9 of the experiences we rank in Wellington are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Wellington?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Wellington?

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.

Can I cancel a booking in Wellington?

119 of the 120 experiences we rank in Wellington offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Wellington gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Wellington so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.