Below is a list of the top and leading Experiences in Wellington. To help you find the best Experiences located near you in Wellington, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Wellington’s Best Experiences:
The top rated Experiences in Wellington are:
- Zealandia – fully-fenced urban eco-sanctuary in Wellington
- Space Place at Carter Observatory – interactive experiences with constellations and galaxies
- The Weta Cave – has an impressive collection of film props and memorabilia
- Wellington Botanic Garden – historic garden with botanical plant species
- Wellington Zoo – advocates animal care to the Wellington region
Zealandia
Zealandia is one popular tourist attraction in Wellington, New Zealand that any visitor or traveller should not miss. It is the world’s first fully-enclosed urban ecosanctuary set in a 225-hectare location. The ecosanctuary is established to promote restoration of the region’s freshwater ecosystem and the valley’s forest area. They have introduced 20 species of native wildlife into the sanctuary with some being extinct from the country for more than 100 years. With a surrounding panoramic reservoir and extraordinary animal population, family trips are guaranteed to be fun and informative.
Products/Services:
Zealandia By Day, Zealandia Twilight Tours, Zealandia By Night, Kids Night Walks
LOCATION:
Address: 53 Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington 6012
Phone: (449) 209-213
Website: www.visitzealandia.com
REVIEWS:
“Beautiful place with lots of New Zealand’s floral and birds. I had a very nice time walking around Zealandia and enjoy the vibes.” –Winnie Felicia
Space Place at Carter Observatory
Space Place at Carter Observatory has a planetarium and interactive galleries hyping its visitors. The famous experience in Wellington promotes the appreciation of the New Zealand skies through its multimedia programs either in the form of exhibits or through its modern facilities. They have the historic Thomas Cooke telescope and a full-dome planetarium that would make learning about the constellations, stars, planets and galaxies exciting and interactive. Guests of all ages are welcome to try their interactive galleries that have a do-it-yourself Black Hole as well as asteroids that they can pick themselves.
Products/Services:
Planetarium, Interactive Galleries, Thomas Cooke Telescope, Matariki, The Light Pollution Project
LOCATION:
Address: 40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington 6012
Phone: (449) 103-140
Website: www.museumswellington.org.nz/space-place
REVIEWS:
“Really nice observatories. The staff are friendly. The displays have been kept up to date. The large refractive telescope is in pristine condition. When we were there we able to view several of the planets through its eyepiece (the 150-year-old telescope did not have a digital sensor). Great experience overall.” –Otinel Meszaros
The Weta Cave
The Weta Cave can be found in the capital city of New Zealand offering mesmerizing collections of props and documentary materials. One of them is the globally known film Lord of the Rings’ mesmerizing props. Their craft with the crew workshop is designed for all curious and creative individuals. With the centre’s expert technicians you can create your movie magic within Wellington. A set of guided tours, VIP experiences and hands-on workshops are present as well at their Wellington location. Their shop is the perfect spot for film lovers with their inventory of prop replicas, books, art prints, jewellery, Weta-design collectibles, movie memorabilia, and apparel.
Products/Services:
Guided Tours, Hands-on Workshops, VIP Experiences, The Weta Cave Retail Store
LOCATION:
Address: 1 Weka Street, Miramar, Wellington 6022
Phone: (449) 094-035
Website: www.tours.wetaworkshop.com
REVIEWS:
“Awesome place where you get to see where they make Lott stuff and the number of films they collaborate on is amazing.” –Ewan Robertson
Wellington Botanic Garden
Wellington Botanic Garden is the perfect place for individuals needing a respite from their busy lives. The garden carries a historic and national symbolism as it is a recognized Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture and Historic Places Trust’s Important Heritage Area. Moreover, it holds 150 historic years of gorgeous botanical plant species. Guests can visit the main garden decorated with a duck pond, the Australian garden, rose garden, succulent garden, Begonia House, discovery garden, or the native bush area.
Products/Services:
Succulent Garden, Australian Garden, Rose Garden, Main Garden, Duck Pond, Begonia House, Native Bush, Trails, Discovery Garden
LOCATION:
Address: 101 Glenmore Street, Kelburn, Wellington 6012
Phone: (444) 991-400
Website: www.wellingtongardens.nz
REVIEWS:
“Always something new to see – spent hours there with my 5-year old and not once heard “I’m bored”. And even better all alone when I can really soak all the beautiful areas up.” –Tatjana Manabe
Wellington Zoo
Wellington Zoo is the first-ever zoo established in the country and remains to be the pioneer conservation organization in Wellington. It was established in 1906 to be the beacon of hope to animals. Since its founding, they have relentlessly cared for animals. It is a non-profit organization and has obtained that status since 2003. The zoo is managed by the Wellington City Council through the Trust. They are the first Toitū carboNZero certified zoo in the world and a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).
Products/Services:
Close Encounters, Zoo Sleepovers, Holiday Programme, Learning Programmes, Events
LOCATION:
Address: 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021
Phone: (443) 816-755
Website: www.wellingtonzoo.com
REVIEWS:
“It’s a great place to see animals especially getting so close to them. The food in the cafe is amazing too. Really enjoyed it. 😃” –Angela Garbutt