Discover Wētā Workshop’s magic with guided transfers. Explore iconic film sites, props, and costumes from The Hobbit and Narnia. Book your adventure now.
Discover Wētā Workshop’s magic with guided transfers. Explore iconic film sites, props, and costumes from The Hobbit and Narnia. Book your adventure now.
- 217 Wakefield Street - Guided transfers leave from the designated drop-off and pick-up area at 217 Wakefield Street (next to Tākina). It is advisable to arrive at the pick-up location 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
- Weta Workshop - Travel from Wellington to the Wētā Cave on a dedicated shuttle. Begin your adventure into the…
- 217 Wakefield Street - Guided transfers leave from the designated drop-off and pick-up area at 217 Wakefield Street (next to Tākina). It is advisable to arrive at the pick-up location 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
- Weta Workshop - Travel from Wellington to the Wētā Cave on a dedicated shuttle. Begin your adventure into the cinematic world of Wētā Workshop!
Explore your favorite films and grand exhibitions: on the Wētā Workshop Tour, discover the practical effects crafted for The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, the acclaimed Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War, and more! Stroll through Manufacture Alley, engaging with the tools and technology of our creative teams. Listen to our filmmaking stories, observe artists in action on our tour stage, and uncover the secrets of movie magic!

- Guided return transfers from central Wellington
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guided Wētā Workshop Experience
- Guided return transfers from central Wellington
- Live commentary on board
- Professional guided Wētā Workshop Experience
- Does not include hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Does not include hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Travel from Wellington to Wētā Workshop—and return—in our exclusive shuttle.
With daily tours departing from Wakefield Street in the city center, guests are invited to relax and enjoy breathtaking harbor views, hear insider stories of film and creativity, and even catch a glimpse of the iconic Wellywood sign on the way to our creative hub in Miramar….
Travel from Wellington to Wētā Workshop—and return—in our exclusive shuttle.
With daily tours departing from Wakefield Street in the city center, guests are invited to relax and enjoy breathtaking harbor views, hear insider stories of film and creativity, and even catch a glimpse of the iconic Wellywood sign on the way to our creative hub in Miramar.
Wētā Workshop has been crafting amazing creations for film and TV since 1987. Our team has brought beloved characters and epic special effects to life for iconic blockbusters like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and Avatar.
Enter Wētā Workshop Experiences and delve into a world of creativity, physical effects, and movie magic on a guided tour through our creative headquarters.
Learn about the creation of props, creatures, and costumes for your favorite films. Get hands-on with unique pieces from our various departments, observe our artists at work, and discover how we’ve evolved into the award-winning workshop you see today.
- This tour takes place in a functioning workshop, so it can get a little drafty. We recommend bringing an extra warm layer or two.
- There is no luggage storage in the transfer vehicle, Wētā Cave or at in tour space.
- Photography is strictly prohibited in all tour spaces, unless specified by the tour guide.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.