Wellington Heritage Explorer

Duration: Approx. 6.5 hours

Transport: Comfortable tour van or minibus

Audience: First-time visitors, history & culture enthusiasts

This tour showcases Wellington’s political, cultural, and historical landmarks, complemented by a scenic cable car ride and a historic pub lunch.

Wellington Cable Car & Cable Car Museum

• Scenic ride on the Wellington Cable Car (One way).
• Explore the Cable Car Museum and enjoy panoramic city views.
• Collection from the top of the cable-car, from by the museum.
• Drive through the botanical gardens to your next stop
• Photo opportunity: View over Wellington’s cityscape and harbour. 

Old St Pauls 

• Discover this 1866 Gothic Revival wooden cathedral with its intricate timberwork and stunning stained-glass windows.
• Learn about its history and significance in Wellington’s heritage.
• Photo opportunity: Interior and exterior of the cathedral.

Wellington Museum

• Wellington Museum occupies the 1892 Bond Store, a historic building on the waterfront of Wellington Harbour designed by Architect Frederick de Jersey Clere. In 2013, it was voted by The Times as one of the  worlds 50 best museums..
• Learn about the fascinating history of the Wellington region. 
• Photo opportunity: Interior and exterior of The Bondstore building.

The Thistle Inn 

• 15 minute tour - Learn about the inn’s historic significance, including its connection to Māori chief Te Rauparaha.
• Enjoy a delicious lunch at New Zealand’s oldest surviving pub (est. 1840). Not included in ticket price. 
• Menu Highlights: Seafood chowder, lamb shanks, fish & chips, local craft beer or wine.
• Photo opportunity: The historic exterior and interior

Mount Victoria lookout

• Photo opportunities aplenty while we take in the amazing views of Wellington city, and its harbour