Wellington Rover Tours
The Rover Ring Tours explore Middle-earth film locations around Wellington. Half and Full day Lord of the Rings Tours visit great locations with brilliant behind the scenes stories.

Adventure Safari
See the sights, enjoy the on-location movie clips and grab a prop for pictures - something only enjoyed as part of the Wellington Movie Tours. 25 Lord of the Rings scene locations included.

Accommodation

Backpackers (12)
Guest & Hosted (69)
Holiday Home (30)
Holiday Parks (1)
Hotel (18)
Self Contained & Serviced (30)

Activities

Air Activities (1)
Arts, Culture and Heritage (29)
Attractions (7)
Booking & Information Services (6)
Education & Business (12)
Land Activities (16)
Water Activities (4)
Wildlife Encounters (5)

Scenic Highlights

Tunnel Gully
Discover great tracks through native forest, with the added bonus of an old railway tunnel and a waterfall.

Archives New Zealand
At Archives New Zealand, you can view fascinating displays based on historic documents, maps, paintings, photos and films.

Battle Hill Farm Forest Park
Enjoy sweeping views from hiking and riding trails in this historic forest park. Learn about Maori history while you relish the farm-fresh air.

Wellington Walkways
Views, forests, parks and gardens keep things interesting along these signposted Wellington walkways.

Belmont Regional Park
This large hill country park provides a wide range of outstanding hiking, mountain biking and camping opportunities.

Wrights Hill Fortress and Recreation Reserve
Wrights Hill offers 360 degree views of Wellington and the surrounding area, as well as walking tracks and picnic areas.

Kaitoke Regional Park
Pristine rainforest and crystal clear rivers create the magical elvish tranquility of this Lord of the Rings filming location.

Karori Wildlife Sanctuary
This significant conservation attraction is located in a secluded suburban valley - just 2.5 kilometres from Wellington's central business district.

Kapiti Marine Reserve
Kapiti Marine Reserve is a place to encounter everything from fur seals and penguins to rare subtropical fish.

Makara Track
Makara Walking Track combines spectacular long-range views with a walk along a wild, west coast beach.

Matiu/Somes Island
Maori history, early European history, war stories and wildlife - this island, in the middle of Wellington Harbour, has it all.

National War Memorial and Carillon
In a beautiful art deco setting, learn about defining times in New Zealand's history and discover a huge musical bell instrument.

Rimutaka Forest Park
The Rimutaka Forest Park is a great place for camping and outdoor experiences, from easy walks to challenging wilderness hikes.

Mount Victoria
Breathtaking views and great walking tracks reward those who venture to the top of Mount Victoria.

Wellington Central Waterfront
Explore Wellington's waterfront on foot and visit Queens Wharf, Te Papa, Chaffers Marina and Oriental Bay.

Old Government Buildings
Feel the grace and elegance of the 1800s at Government Buildings, the largest wooden building in the southern hemisphere.

Kapiti Island Nature Reserve
One of New Zealand's most important sites for bird recovery, Kapiti Island Nature Reserve provides an enlightening experience for a strictly limited number of visitors each day.

Wellington Botanic Garden
From ancient forests to colourful flower beds, the Wellington Botanic Garden is a delightful experience, completed by great views of the city and harbour.

Red Rocks Reserve
Put half a day aside for this easy coastal walk to Red Rocks and a fur seal colony on the south side of Wellington.