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Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

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Overview

Discover Wellington's breathtaking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points, offering unparalleled panoramas that capture the city's unique harbor setting between mountains and sea.
Your knowledgeable Kiwi guide will reveal why Wellington has earned its reputation as New Zealand's most progressive and culturally vibrant city. From film industry innovations to political significance, you'll gain insider perspectives that may inspire you to extend your stay.

Wellywood Experience: Explore Wellington's thriving film industry hub with coastal scenic drives and a fascinating walk through the Weta Workshop, where movie magic happens under the direction of acclaimed Sir Richard Taylor.

Wellington Cable Car (5-hour tour only): Ride this iconic Wellington landmark for magnificent harbor views and access to the exquisite Lady Norwood Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Driver will be where the ships dock. Failing this the driver will be at the Old parliament building opposite the shuttle stop

What To Expect

Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre

Meet 10 minutes before the tour begins
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oriental Bay

The Band Rotunda, a Wellington landmark since its original construction in 1938, has been closed since 2012 as it requires extensive strengthening and restoration work.Originally named by its first Polish resident Dupa as Wellington’s bottom as the area was used for processing whales and boiling blubber for oil So named after one of the earliest ships that delivered engineers and town planners from the New Zealand company that arrived after 1840
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carter Fountain

The Carter Fountain was gifted to the city of Wellington from local businessman Hugh Carter, as a memorial to his parents George and Ella Carter, and the people of Wellington for a cost of $75,000.
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Admission Ticket Free

Oriental Bay

Painted ladies and other historic houses, such as those in the prominent Wellingtonian Streamline Moderne style, are constructed alongside and up into the hills that face the bay.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mount Victoria

A gentle climb up 30 steps for you to see Paradise and our capital city.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Weta Cave

Pop in for some photo opportunities with a few local cave trolls and see Peter Jackson's Weta cave. Paid tours are available at the reception.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shelly Bay

Drive around the coast and enjoy unparalleled views of the capital and take a few photos
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Red Rocks Reserve

Head to the south coast and see the Te Kopahou visitor centre
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wellington Wind Turbine

Head to the windy heavens and witness Wellington from the west and see one of over 60 wind turbines that helps make Wellington 90% self sufficient of electricity.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wellington Cable Car

Admission is included for a one way trip to the top of the Cable car and then access to the Cable car museum.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lady Norwood Rose Garden

Walk through the Rose gardens
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Zealand Parliament

See where New Zealand law is drafted and take some photo's with King Dick
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wellington isite Visitor Information Centre

return to base
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Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.86
166 reviews

Average 4.86 out of 5 stars based on 166 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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