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Klook Pass New Zealand
Attraction passes • Paraparaumu

Klook Pass New Zealand

Free cancellation
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4.5 / 5
(194) • 7K+ booked
€ 137.99
Retail: € 189.65
Weta Workshop Tours
Tours • Wellington

Weta Workshop Tours

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Small group
English guided
4.7 / 5
(80) • 2K+ booked
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€ 34.05
Lord Of The Rings with Lunch Full Day tour
Tours • Wellington

Lord Of The Rings with Lunch Full Day tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.9 / 5
(16) • 100+ booked
€ 187.50
Te Papa Museum in Wellington
Tours • Wellington

Te Papa Museum in Wellington

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(44) • 1K+ booked
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€ 20.19
Lord Of The Rings with Weta Workshop Half Day Tour
Tours • Wellington

Lord Of The Rings with Weta Workshop Half Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(5) • 100+ booked
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€ 100.99
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
Cruises • From Te Anau

Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

English guided
Afternoon departure
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(5) • 500+ booked
From
€ 893.69
Coastal Wildlife Adventure with Fur Seal Observation Tour
Tours • From Wellington

Coastal Wildlife Adventure with Fur Seal Observation Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(11) • 50+ booked
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€ 112.50
Wellington City Highlights & Coastal Half-Day Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • Wellington

Wellington City Highlights & Coastal Half-Day Tour

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Small group
English guided
5.0 / 5
(10) • 100+ booked
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€ 121.15
90 Minute Commentated Harbour Tour in Wellington
Cruises • Wellington

90 Minute Commentated Harbour Tour in Wellington

English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
€ 43.59
Wellington City with Mt Victoria and Cable Car Highlights Tour
Tours • Wellington

Wellington City with Mt Victoria and Cable Car Highlights Tour

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Small group
Free cancellation
€ 86.55
Martinborough Half Day Winery Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Wellington

Martinborough Half Day Winery Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(7) • 50+ booked
From
€ 90.00
Save € 22.50
Martinborough Foodie Half Day Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • Wellington

Martinborough Foodie Half Day Tour

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Small group
English guided
€ 85.40
Save € 21.35

Hotels in Wellington

Rydges Wellington Airport
Hotels • Wellington

Rydges Wellington Airport

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4.6 / 5
(1.0K)
From
€ 90.02
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wellington

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4.4 / 5
(603)
From
€ 85.34
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
Hotels • Wellington

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

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3.8 / 5
(1.0K)
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€ 34.12
Haka House Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

Haka House Wellington

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4.3 / 5
(513)
From
€ 37.19
Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

Travelodge Hotel Wellington

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4.2 / 5
(1.0K)
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€ 53.63
West Plaza Hotel
Hotels • Wellington

West Plaza Hotel

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4.2 / 5
(1.0K)
From
€ 69.15
The Viv Hotel Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

The Viv Hotel Wellington

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4.0 / 5
(750)
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€ 59.48
Rydges Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

Rydges Wellington

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4.2 / 5
(1.0K)
From
€ 82.47
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Hotels • Wellington

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

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4.4 / 5
(1.6K)
From
€ 58.80
Quest 256 Lambton
Hotels • Wellington

Quest 256 Lambton

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4.9 / 5
(809)
From
€ 80.45
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington

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4.5 / 5
(1.0K)
From
€ 93.28
Novotel Wellington
Hotels • Wellington

Novotel Wellington

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4.3 / 5
(1.0K)
From
€ 79.67

Reviews of Wellington activities

TERRY **************
2026-10-03 14:03:31
Great 4.0
Interesting and insightful tour on character design and prop making for movies. Guide was passionate and engaging. Would recommend the Auckland location if looking for a more interactive experience. Wellington lets you have glimpse of how they work and see the actual props.
Klook User
2026-09-23 03:05:29
Fantastic 5.0
If I could give this 100/100 I would. This tour experience was phenomenal for Loro of the Rings buffs. Our tour guide, Natalie was amazing. We were lucky to have a small group of five people until the afternoon, then it was my husband and I with Natalie on the rest of our journey was amazing. We were lucky to have a small group of five people until the afternoon, then it was my husband and 1 with Natalie on the rest of our journey through the film locations. Would highly recommend you book the full day tour! Well worth it.
Vladimir *********
2026-07-14 07:01:49
Fantastic 5.0
This is an excellent museum, the largest in New Zealand, spread across four large floors. The exhibition on the Battle of Gallipoli in 1915-16 is particularly impressive. You can't see the whole museum in less than 3 hours.
Klook用戶
2026-05-30 12:32:27
Fantastic 5.0
Our tour guide was incredibly enthusiastic, taking us to Tongue Point, a spot very close to the sea lions. The itinerary was well-planned, and even though the road conditions weren't the smoothest, we felt completely at ease with our guide. You definitely shouldn't miss this!
雅慧 *
2026-06-23 06:24:22
Fantastic 5.0
The guide introduced so many backgrounds and details about New Zealand history including Wellington. The sightseeing locations were awesome, and I had more clear understanding for this country.
Klook User
2026-07-17 10:46:52
Fantastic 5.0
We super enjoyed this! Patrick was a fantastic guide! We appreciated that he shared with us his favorite artwork around the city. He also shared with us information about Wellington. We also enjoyed the hot drinks on the way back. This was a great experience :)
Klook User
2026-06-14 11:21:47
Fantastic 5.0
Mike, our tour guide, made the trip fun and enjoyable. He is very knowledgeable about New Zealand and shared lots of interesting information along the way. We visited many great places and enjoyed tasting local cheeses, chocolates, and wines. We also got to see Rivendell, the lighthouse, and the seals at Cape Palliser. The tour was very comfortable, and the vehicle was clean and well maintained.
Sean ***
2026-05-12 05:16:44
Fantastic 5.0
Klook pass does really save you some money and it's easy to also book the attractions. Just be warned that the standalone package dates and time availability is different from the klook pass
Asher ******
2026-05-17 10:40:28
Great 4.0
great hotel for an overnight stay in case you want to catch a flight fantastic location.

Wellington at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Wellington?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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300
250
200
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Avg 100Avg
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Busiest 318
Jan
129
Feb
111
Mar
83
Apr
67
May
71
Jun
Quietest 32
Jul
56
Aug
50
Sep
81
Oct
73
Nov
132
Dec

Demand for Wellington spikes in January, rising roughly 218% vs a typical month, while July is much quieter — about 68% below a typical month — so travellers from the United States should book early for January; Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Wellington cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Cheapest $9 Priciest $57
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices typically run around USD 28, with May often the cheapest at around USD 9, roughly 84% below the June high of around USD 57 — May also falls in Wellington’s quieter season, so you may find both lower prices and fewer crowds; Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
4 daysTypical
21 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 4 days ahead, so you have flexibility for spontaneous plans, but during January’s peak consider booking earlier as availability tightens; Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Wellington

Local weather

℉℃
  • DEC - FEB
    21°13°

  • MAR - MAY
    20°10°

  • JUN - AUG
    13°7°

  • SEP - NOV
    17°9°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 1.99NZD

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Waitangi Day

    Wellington Jazz Festival

    Pleasant temperatures, fewer tourists.

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Los Angeles

What to know before visiting Wellington

What to do and when to go

Wellington’s top experiences on Klook are led by Tours, followed by Cruises and Water activities, reflecting a city that suits sightseeing, harbour exploration and outdoor water-based fun. Demand on Klook peaks in January and drops through autumn into a very quiet winter stretch around July, so the rhythm of the year matters when you plan. Based on Klook booking data, pick a month for lively events and full tours or choose quieter months for more relaxed sightseeing—the key decision is whether you want peak-season atmosphere or a calmer visit.

Best months for price and crowd trade-offs

Klook booking data shows January as the busiest month, with a 218% increase in demand compared with a typical month, while July is the quietest with a 68% drop. Prices over the last 12 months ranged widely: the priciest month was June, typically around USD 57, and the cheapest was May, typically around USD 9. Those movements sometimes coincide with demand (January is busy and prices mid-range) and sometimes diverge (June is the priciest even though demand isn’t at its peak). For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for May through September; for the peak atmosphere, aim for January or December.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Peak demand USD 35
February Busier than usual USD 28
March Busier than usual USD 27
April Quieter than usual USD 16
May Quieter than usual USD 9
June Quieter than usual USD 57
July Very quiet USD 17
August Very quiet USD 26
September Very quiet USD 22
October Quieter than usual USD 26
November Quieter than usual USD 42
December Busier than usual USD 27

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most travellers book Wellington experiences with only a few days’ notice—typically around 4 days ahead—so there’s flexibility to plan last-minute. A smaller group of early planners secure bookings about three weeks out, which helps in busier months: January and December are when booking earlier pays. Use Klook to lock in popular tours and cruises once your dates are set, and consider booking slightly ahead if you travel in peak months to avoid missing the best time slots. Based on Klook booking data, these suggestions reflect typical booking patterns seen on the platform.

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