Best For Kids in Wellington City

Local Recommendations from our My Guide Wellington team

The compact nature of Wellington, means if can be an easily managed place to explore even with young children. We've picked out some of the best things to do with kids in Wellington.

Wellington for kids can mean visiting the hugely enjoyable, education and interactive museum of Te Papa, a ride on the Cable Car, a trip to Wellington Zoo or exploring the 225 hectare eco sanctuary of Zealandia. Alternatively, check out our pick of gardens and parks.

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If youʻre booking your trip to Wellington last minute, we have you covered. Below are some of the top tours and experiences!

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Social Nature Movement - Wellington Icons Tour

Experience the best of Wellington on this full-day adventure. Visit the Weta Cave, Wellington Zoo, Mt. Victoria, Te Papa Museum, Cable Car, Botanical Gardens, and Zealandia.

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Wellington Zoo

Wellington Zoo offers visitors a sense of fun and wonder. It's also a place to learn and appreciate the need to build a sustainable co-existence between people and wild...

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington's most iconic and celebrated institution, Te Papa Tongarewa (Maori for "container of treasures") is New Zealand's national museum.............

Willis Lane

Located right in the city centre, beneath the iconic Aon Tower, Willis Lane caters to commuters of all kinds.

Wellington Museum

From store house to story house, the Museum holds thousands of objects unique to Wellington that traverse its history and share its many fascinating stories.

Wellington Botanic Garden

25 hectares of beautiful gardens, forest, plants, and interesting sculptures. Easy access via the cable car and offering some of the city's most spectacular views...........

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Escape Mate

Escape Mate is the ultimate venue for epic group activities situated in the heart of Wellington...

The Enormous Crocodile Company

Established in 1998, The Enormous Crocodile Company has become a quintessential Wellington biking experience. The croc-bike is a fun and leisurely way to explore the attractions of Wellington's glorious Waterfront.

Capital E

Capital E is an award-winning not-for-profit organisation in New Zealand that gives children access to a wide range of creative technology, live performance and events.

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