10 TOP Things to Do in Greater Wellington July 2026

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Things to do

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Rp1.973.873

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Rp1.771.425

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Rp121.469

per adult

78% of travellers recommend

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

Rp3.289.789

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Rp1.113.467

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Rp860.406

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Rp607.346

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Rp1.265.304

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Rp2.226.934

per adult

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Tours & day trips

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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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Private & custom tours

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Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

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Wildlife & nature

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Kāpiti: Kiwi Icons Tour at Ngā Manu Nature Reserve

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Water activities

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Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour

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What to do in Greater Wellington

Stay near popular Greater Wellington attractions

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Hnry Stadium

8.6/10 (656 reviews)

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

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Where to stay in Greater Wellington

Find the best Greater Wellington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Wellington CBD

If you're spending some time in Wellington CBD, Wellington Cable Car and TSB Bank Arena are top sights worth seeing.

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Te Aro

Te Aro is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St James Theatre and Cuba Street Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wellington.

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Petone

Seaside views, cafes and waterfront views highlight some of the notable features of Petone. Make a stop by Petone Foreshore while you're exploring.

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Wellington Waterfront

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Wellington Waterfront. A stop by Te Papa or TSB Bank Arena might round out your trip.