Middleearth Magic Wellington's Ultimate LOTR Experience 6-8 hours
Overview
Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life in Peter Jackson's iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy. This exclusive tour offers film enthusiasts and fantasy lovers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the magic of Middle-earth, all guided by a passionate Wellington local who knows every hidden gem.
Your Adventure Includes:
Scenic Film Location Tour - Visit key filming sites around the stunning Wellington region that transformed into the world of hobbits, elves, and wizards
Gourmet Lunch Experience - Indulge in a specially prepared meal by Aaron, your French-trained chef, featuring local New Zealand delicacies
Weta Workshop Exclusive - Enjoy a 90-minute immersive experience at the legendary Weta Workshop, the creative powerhouse behind the films and home to visionaries Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor
Optional Cosplay Experience - Embrace your inner hobbit or wizard! Choose to dress as your favourite character (Gandalf, Frodo, and more)
What's Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages 1 300ml beer or 200 ml wine per adult
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tickets to Weta Workshop
- Entry to Rivendell
- Guided Tour with LOTR fanatic
Meeting and Pickup
Wakefield Street
Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Visit the film locations for Helm's Deep, Minas Tirith and Mount doom. Observe from opposite on top of the Taita levy where Peter Jackson filmed in his backyard.
Weta Workshop is your gateway to incredible film-making experiences in Wellington, New Zealand. From Lord of the Rings to Avatar: our Weta Workshop Tours reveals how we make the props, costumes, creatures and models from your favourite films. Blast off on our Miniatures Stage Tour to see the unbelievable Weta Workshop models and miniatures built for the remake of popular TV series, Thunderbirds Are Go! A cavern of creativity, the Weta Workshop Cave shop also boasts collectibles designed by the artists at Weta Workshop, prop replicas, apparel, jewellery, books and more. While you’re here, take a seat and enjoy a short documentary about the history of film-making on the Miramar Peninsula.
KAITOKE REGIONAL PARK, LOCATED A 40-minute drive from Wellington, contains a treat for fans of Lord of the Rings. It is part of a region known as Pakuratahi, at the head of the valley of Te Awakairangi. The park also served as the set for Rivendell, hidden refuge of the elves, in the Peter Jackson Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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
- No will be served alcohol if under 18
- No one will be served alcohol while intoxicated
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-212837P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Lunch.
- Alcoholic beverages. 1 300ml beer or 200 ml wine per adult.
- Private transportation.
- Bottled water.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Tickets to Weta Workshop.
- Entry to Rivendell.
- Guided Tour with LOTR fanatic.
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 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Middleearth Magic Wellington's Ultimate LOTR Experience 6-8 hours is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Middleearth Magic Wellington's Ultimate LOTR Experience 6-8 hours 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages1 300ml beer or 200 ml wine per adult
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tickets to Weta Workshop
- Entry to Rivendell
- Guided Tour with LOTR fanatic
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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
- No will be served alcohol if under 18
- no one will be served alcohol while intoxicated
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