Matiu - Somes Island

Matiu/Somes island. Little island about 20mins boat ride from Wellington harbour. It's currently a wildlife reserve but in the past it has been a home for Maori tribes, a human quarantine, an animal quarantine, an internment camp and a military base. Lots of lovely wildlife on the island and saw 2 pods of dolphins playing around the island. Nice place for a picnic
Matiu/Somes island. Little island about 20mins boat ride from Wellington harbour. It's currently a wildlife reserve but in the past it has been a home for Maori tribes, a human quarantine, an animal quarantine, an internment camp and a military base. Lots of lovely wildlife on the island and saw 2 pods of dolphins playing around the island. Nice place for a picnic

Tours & day trips

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 72 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,192 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,492 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 94 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,088 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Bay of Many Coves, Marlborough Sounds- Heli-lunch from Wellington

Bay of Many Coves, Marlborough Sounds- Heli-lunch from Wellington

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 37,685 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Weta Workshop featuring a statue or sculpture and interior views

The Weta Cave

Learn the special effects secrets behind films such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar with a tour through this Academy Award-winning studio.

The Weta Cave
Waterfront of port in Wellington, New Zealand

Interislander Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Wellington with a trip to Interislander Ferry Terminal. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Interislander Ferry Terminal
Wellington Fountain

Oriental Parade

During your visit to Wellington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Oriental Parade. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Oriental Parade
Wellington New Zealand City Aerial Panorama

Sky Stadium

Catch an event at Sky Stadium during your trip to Wellington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sky Stadium

Petone Foreshore

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Petone Foreshore during your travels in Lower Hutt? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Petone Foreshore

Bolton Street Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Bolton Street Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Lower Hutt. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

Bolton Street Cemetery

Top Hotel Deals

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

BKs Premier Motel Esplanade

4 out of 5
7 Tory St Lower Hutt
BKs Premier Motel Esplanade
83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

83 By the Sea Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
83 The Esplanade Lower Hutt
83 By the Sea Motor Lodge
Ava Lodge

Ava Lodge

4.5 out of 5
42-44 Cuba St Lower Hutt
Ava Lodge
Midway Pacifica Lodge

Midway Pacifica Lodge

3 out of 5
89 Hutt Road Lower Hutt
Midway Pacifica Lodge
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
Rydges Wellington
Capital Lodge Motor Inn

Capital Lodge Motor Inn

4 out of 5
1 Newlands Road Wellington
Capital Lodge Motor Inn
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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