Lord of the Rings & Weta Workshop Tour in Wellington

Explore Wellington's Lord of the Rings filming locations on a shared bus tour led by an English-speaking driver-guide. Hear insider stories and firsthand accounts of the filmmaking as you discover how the region became part of Middle-earth.

• Explore Mount Victoria's Outer Shire setting, where the "Get Off the Road" scene was filmed
• Discover the filmmaking craft behind Middle-earth on a behind-the-scenes Weta Workshop tour
• Wander through Rivendell's setting in native forest

Itinerary

1. Start with pickup between 08:15 and 08:45.
2. Explore Mount Victoria Lookout and Weta Workshop on a 15-minute guided tour.
3. Discover the Mount Victoria film locations on a 1-hour guided tour.
4. Explore the River Anduin on a 15-minute guided tour.
5. Stop for a 1-hour lunch at Aston Norwood Cafe & Function Centre.
6. Explore Rivendell on a 1-hour guided tour.
7. Discover the Gardens of Isengard on a 20-minute guided tour.
8. Return between 16:15 and 16:45 with the included shuttle.

What's Included

• Attraction admission, including Weta Workshop
• English-speaking professional driver-guide
• Cafe lunch
• Round-trip transfers
• Insurance provided by the operator

Important details

• Children ages 0–3 join free. Ages 4–12 require accompaniment by a paying adult. Ages 13+ use the adult rate.
• Beginner-level fitness is required.
• This tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Service may be refused without a refund if you appear intoxicated.
• Wear closed-toe shoes.
• Your pickup time is assigned in advance. Arrive at your pickup location 10 minutes before departure.