In the Akatarawa Valley, 10 hectares of bush, and wetlands have been sensitively cultivated into a home for some of New Zealand’s endangered species. Animals will eat out of your hand in this fun and safe environment.
The design and manufacturing facility combines cutting-edge technology with hand-crafted artistry to serve up Oscar-winning props, costumes, and creature effects. Tours take you on a magical trip through some of the biggest Hollywood blockbusters.
Te Papa’s interactive exhibitions will entertain the whole family. The six-storey waterfront complex is a vast treasure trove of history, art, cultural artefacts, fossils, and flora and fauna specimens.
Take a step into 19th-century colonial Wellington with an immersive history experience. Internationally acclaimed writer Katherine Mansfield spent her childhood in Wellington. Her family’s house has been faithfully restored to provide a window into the past. Activity sheets for the kids ensure a fun visit for the whole family.
An interactive and creative space providing a fun learning environment for young children. Capital E inspires, entertains and educates the next generation of artists, scientists, explorers, makers, and doers.
The world’s first fully fenced ecosanctuary, Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, is an incredible oasis only a few minutes’ drive from Wellington’s CBD. Named by Time magazine as one of the 100 greatest places in the world, Zealandia’s 225 hectares of regenerating forest helped reintroduce 18 native species into the Wellington region. Public feeding times for the birds and guides make the visit an ideal activity for the whole family.
This thoroughly modern institution is dedicated to conservation and sustainability. The 500-plus animals on site have habitats for their specific needs, with staff prioritising animal welfare. Visitors can get up close and personal with Wellington Zoo’s Close Encounter experiences. Pat a lemur, hang out with a capybara or tiger, or feed a meerkat or sun bear. There are behind-the-scenes experiences with herbivores, birds, primates, carnivores, and minibeasts on offer.