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By Weta Workshop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 142 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Go behind the scenes of Wētā Workshop in Wellington and discover the creativity behind one of the world's most iconic creative studios.

    For more than 30 years, Wētā Workshop has been creating props, costumes, creatures and practical effects for some of the most celebrated film and television productions ever made, from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar and District 9. On this 90-minute guided experience, you'll gain a unique insight into the work of the artists who bring extraordinary worlds and characters to life.

    Led by expert guides, your tour takes you through a dedicated experience space where you'll explore props, costumes, creatures and weaponry displays. Along the way, you'll discover the techniques, tools and creative processes used by the Wētā Workshop team, from concept design and sculpting through to finishing. Keep an eye out for an artist at work on the tour stage.

Activity location

  • Wētā Workshop Experiences
    • 1 Weka Street
    • 6022, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Wētā Workshop Experiences
    • 1 Weka Street
    • 6022, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Check availability

1pm Wētā Workshop Experience

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
RM 142.13 x 1 AdultRM 142.13
Total
Price is RM 142.13
Until Thu, 20 Aug

2pm Wētā Workshop Experience

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
RM 142.13 x 1 AdultRM 142.13
Total
Price is RM 142.13
Until Thu, 20 Aug

10am Wētā Workshop Experience

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
RM 142.13 x 1 AdultRM 142.13
Total
Price is RM 142.13
Until Thu, 20 Aug

11am Wētā Workshop Experience

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
RM 142.13 x 1 AdultRM 142.13
Total
Price is RM 142.13
Until Thu, 20 Aug

12pm Wētā Workshop Experience

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 12:00
Price details
RM 142.13 x 1 AdultRM 142.13
Total
Price is RM 142.13
Until Thu, 20 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Exclusive, up-close glimpse inside the workshop
  • Inclusions
    Access to the Wētā Cave retail store
  • Inclusions
    The chance to see an artist at work on the tour stage
  • Inclusions
    90-minute guided tour with an expert guide
  • Inclusions
    Insights into real film and TV production techniques
  • Inclusions
    Translations via QR code (Chinese and French)
  • Inclusions
    Behind-the-scenes access to props, costumes, armour and creature displays
  • Exclusions
    Guided return transfers

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Photography is strictly prohibited in all tour spaces, unless specified by the tour guide.
    • There is no luggage storage in the Wētā Cave or at our tour spaces.
    • Check in at the Wētā Cave 10 mins before your tour departs.
    • Duration: Approx. 90 minutes.
    • Take a selfie with our Cave Trolls (props included)

Activity itinerary

Wētā Workshop Experiences

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Want to experience the many sides of Wētā Workshop’s creativity? The Wētā Workshop Experience showcases the making of movie effects and props, from armour to weapons, creatures to costumes, make-up to miniatures. Meet your guide at the Wētā Cave store to begin your journey through the movie-magic world of Wētā Workshop! Explore props, costumes, and cool stuff From The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar and District 9: learn about props, costumes and creatures created for your favourite films. Interact with cool stuff from our creative departments and catch an artist at work on our tour stage.

Location

Activity location

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    Wētā Workshop Experiences
    • 1 Weka Street
    • 6022, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Wētā Workshop Experiences
    • 1 Weka Street
    • 6022, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

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