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Wellington’s Original Lord of the Rings Tour - Half Day (incl Weta)

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Join us for an epic adventure uncovering the cinematic secrets and iconic locations of the Lord of the Rings movie!

Join us for an epic adventure uncovering the cinematic secrets and iconic locations of the Lord of the Rings movie!

Highlights

  • Short on time but still want to experience Lord of the Rings behind the scenes? This tour is for you!
  • Explore original movie locations
  • Visit the legendary Weta Workshop, where movie-making takes centre stage
  • Enjoy stunning Wellington views all around

Kick off your Middle-earth adventure with a morning departure in the capital! Meet our enthusiastic guides in the heart of Wellington and dive into the tour, exploring famous movie locations and enjoying breathtaking views from Wellington's iconic Mount Victoria—where Frodo and his crew once played hide-and-seek with those ominous Black Riders. (Fans, you know this already)

Next stop: Movie Magic Land! We'll whisk you away to the legendary WETA Workshop, the epicentre of movie-making. Take a peek behind the scenes on a tour showcasing film props, weaponry, and more! You'll even get to meet the talented artists behind these iconic pieces.

You will have the chance to recreate some of the most famous scenes from The Fellowship of the Ring, bringing the surroundings to life!

Welcome to a day filled with cinematic wonders, memories, and a journey into Middle-earth like never before!


Want to fully emerge into Middle-Earth? Why not check out the Full Day Tour option here!

Adult $175.00
Child $90.00

What's included

  • Half day behind the scenes tour of Lord of the Rings original movie locations
  • Entry to Weta Workshop

Duration

  • Allow approximately 4 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Pick up can be chosen through the checkout

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Departures: 8.30am and 1.30pm daily

    Duration: 4 hours

    Pickup: Choose pick up location at checkout

Available Bookings from 1 Sep to 14 Sep 2026

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  • Adult$139.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$157.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$139.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$157.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$157.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$139.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$175.00
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$139.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$157.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$139.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$157.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$157.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

  • Adult$139.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$90.00

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.8

17 reviews

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Alona from New Zealand wrote on 27 August 2026

Fun day

A well spent day in Wellington. Mark and Chris were such a fun hostess for a tour guide that our day was not boring even though it’s a windy day at the time we went for a short day trip. ☺️

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darrenc20 from Australia wrote on 10 August 2026

Wonderful tour

Did this tour on a cold Wellington day and still had a ball. The Weta studio tour was very informative. Would loved to have done the full day tour but it wouldn't fit into our schedule. If you're any kind of LOTR fan and you're visiting Wellington, do this tour.

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angelab53 from Canada wrote on 05 March 2026

Great morning tour

Wonderful drive with amazing views, lots of great information & Shanai was wonderful at making everyone feel welcome & included. Lots of fun with great scenery.

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keithd4 from United Kingdom wrote on 26 January 2026

Weta 4 hr trip

Very interesting at weta guide both in weta and the rest very good and enthusiastic but visit to woodland filming points less so

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From Wellington’s Original Lord of the Rings Tour - Half Day (incl Weta)

I'm glad you enjoyed both your guides, but sorry that you didn't enjoy the filming locations. Mt Victoria is home to some pretty iconic scenes and we do our best to bring them to life, but it has been 26+ years since they filmed there so there is a degree of difference from the actual films.

Julia Lipp from Austria wrote on 02 January 2026

Amazing Lotr-tour

I booked the half day tour and had so much fun that I wanted to do the full day tour, which was possible for what I am thankful!

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From Wellington’s Original Lord of the Rings Tour - Half Day (incl Weta)

It actually happens quite often that people enjoy the Half Day tour so much that they want to join for the rest of the day, as well. We will always allow the upgrade whenever there's seats available! I see your photo was taken in Rivendell, which is probably the highlight of the extra scenes you saw.

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