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Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour
About This Tour
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.
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.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Exclusive, up-close glimpse inside the workshop
- Access to the Wētā Cave retail store
- The chance to see an artist at work on the tour stage
- 90-minute guided tour with an expert guide
- Insights into real film and TV production techniques
- Translations via QR code (Chinese and French)
- Behind-the-scenes access to props, costumes, armour and creature displays
✗ Not Included
- Guided return transfers
Itinerary
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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.
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.
Good to Know
- 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)