In a Miramar street, a short drive from Wellington’s city centre lies a cinema-world gem. Wētā Workshop crafts special effects and props for some of the world’s most renowned films and TV shows. Regular tours explore different sorts of prop-making, costumes, and special effects that go into making movie magic.
Wellington Apothecary is an island of peace in the city. It’s part retail store, part apothecary, part clinic. On its shelves sit pretty glass bottles of aromatherapy oils, herbal remedies and botanical skincare. From the dispensary, you can purchase tonics and teas. The remedies soothe irritated digestive systems, help the body cope with stress, ease coughs and colds, and much more. There’s also a natural therapy clinic offering therapeutic massage, holistic facials, naturopathy, and Ayurveda medicine.
Since 1980, City Gallery Wellington has been challenging and delighting contemporary art lovers. Consisting of seven galleries, it has a regularly changing suite of exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing artists at the height of their game. The gallery also runs events that cater specifically to seniors, and people with babies and young children.