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Come to Miramar and visit the Weta Cave, shopfront of the Oscar-winning Weta Workshop.

The Weta Cave screens a first-ever behind-the-scenes look at Weta and interviews with Weta co-founders Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor, Tania Rodger and Jamie Selkirk. We give you exclusive insight into the creativity and imagination that goes into crafting the art of Weta.

In our mini-museum, you come face to face with some of the characters, props and displays from your favourite movies. Read the stories of how they were brought to life and learn about the artists who created them.

Entry to the Weta Cave with its museum and film screening is absolutely free - come and enjoy with us.

You may also purchase from a wide range of Weta-related movie and TV merchandise:

• Premium sculptures, hand-crafted by the artists at Weta
• All new, unique Weta designed clothing, jewellery and mementoes
• Doctor Grordbort’s range of amazing Rayguns
• Books, DVDs, magazines, posters and art from the world of movies

Plus, a superb selection of pop culture collectibles and graphic novels sourced from around the world.

You won’t believe who else visits the Weta Cave. Come and see what international movie stars and celebrities are saying! 

Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 9am - 5.30pm

Window Into Workshop

Join Weta Workshop's hosts for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of the Workshop with a guided tour within their exhibition space.

See some of the props and models they’ve created over the years and learn about some of the processes they use to make cool stuff!

Guided tours start every 30 minutes from 10am to 5pm. Tours take approximately 45 minutes. Maximum 20 people per tour. 

Please purchase tickets in the Weta Cave: Adults: $20, Children (12 and under):  $10, Children (five and under): Free, Family Pass (two adults and two children): $50