Don't forget to stop at the gift shop where you can buy unique jewellery from the Weta designers.
Experience the Wētā Workshop that showcases the making of movie effects and props, from armour to weapons, creatures to costumes, make-up to miniatures.
From The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar and District 9, learn about props, costumes and creatures created for your favourite films. Interact with cool stuff from our creative departments and catch an artist at work on our tour stage.
Meet your guide at the store to begin your journey through the movie-magic world of Wētā Workshop.
With the popularity of the tours online bookings are strongly recommended
Weta Cave Retail Store
Located next to the workshop in the Wellington suburb of Miramar, the cave contains many of the characters and props designed for blockbuster movies. The retail shop is full of collectables, books, swords, games, merchandise and a mini-museum. The cave also screens interviews with the company's co-founders and gives an insight into how the creations are made.
Opening Hours:
Monday - Sunday: 9.30am - 4.30pm (except Christmas Day)
Visit three of the region's best craft breweries with tastings at each location. Enjoy an in-depth brewery tour led by brewery staff and share the producer's passion for their products.
A 5 hour guided tour of the Martinborough wine region. Visit three of the regions best wineries and enjoy their Cellar Door experiences as you sample the world class products available.
Experience a slice of Wellington's history and travel on one of New Zealand's only running funicular railways.
Discover the many sides of Wētā Workshop’s creativity. Find out about how movie effects and props are made on a guided tour of this film industry leader located on Wellington's Miramar Peninsula.
Hire one of our high-quality electric bikes and cruise up Wellington's steep hills or ride the bays with ease.
Discover the Remutaka Range's rich rail history and natural beauty on this mountain bike cycle tour from Wellington. Learn about the fell railway system as you cycle through tunnels & across bridges.
Enjoy a scenic drive to the Martinborough wine region for 5 tantalizing tasting experiences. Savor a delicious lunch and sample local artisan products, ranging from world-class wines to cheese, chocolate, craft beers and olive oil.
Discover the best foodie spots in and around Martinborough on this half-day trip. Enjoy a shared cheese platter at C’est Cheese, tastings at Schoc Chocolate, and wine tasting at a Martinborough winery.
Explore the native forest in Wellington's backyard with a cruisy scenic float! Swing off ropes and jump off rocks for fantastic memories! Bring the family 4-90 years old.
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