A self guided tour providing complete freedom of movement! Our biggest advantage is that we never rush you. Take your time and enjoy your stops, just follow our simple bus timetable.

Tastings and lunch are at your own expense and will need to be pre booked due to the volume of clients on these days. Please allow 2 stops per tasting, we have 30 minute stops in case you are needing to leave a place but 30 minutes is not long enough to do a tasting. For lunch please allow 3 stops.

Pick up:  Old Government Buildings, Northern Lambton Quay

Pick up Times: 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am, 10.30am, 11.00am, 11.30am

See below for our list of stops. Contact information has been provided for your convenience. 

Stops

1. Queens Wharf 

Queens Wharf is a vibrant and exciting space and within walking distance of all amenities such as TSB Arena, Lambton Quay shopping district, hospitality outlets, parks, playgrounds, the Cable Car and the Botanic Gardens.

1a) Master Kong Asian Fusion

1b) Shed 5 Seafood 

1c) Dockside Restaurant

1d) Crab Shack Seafood 

1e) Shed 6 Climbing wall complex 

2. Wellington Museum 

Voted one of the world top 50 museums, our own local museum charts the life of our city, our triumphs. disasters & local growth. This is a fantastic museum. 

3. Te Papa 

New Zealands world-famous interactive National Museum. Entry is free for all to explore the History & culture of Aoteraroa New Zealand.

4. Shed 22 Waterside Pub 

Enjoy great drinks, a delicious menu and one of the best Waterfront views Wellington has to offer! Enjoy our spacious indoor or outdoor area with a wide selection of craft beer while you relax.

5.   Whairepo Native Coastal Walk

6.  Karaka Cafe

Karaka cafe is owned and operated by the Retimanu whānau, who are of Māori & Pacifica descent.. We aim to boast the taste and aromas of Māori flavours of a hāngi through our cafe style foods and delicious barista coffee

7.  Beach Babylon Cafe

A retro beachside café and restaurant, open for brunch, lunch & dinner, seven days, sunrise to sunset. we serve peoples' coffee, a great range of New Zealand craft beers, tasty cocktails, & local wines. dine outside or in, with (mostly) free parking on wellington’s most beautiful street.

8.  Freyberg Pool & Fitness Centre

335.metre indoor heated pool, lane swimming options, fully equipped gym, 2 spa pools, sauna & steam room

9. Mt Victoria Lookout & Reserve walking tracks

5 minute photo stop, where you can hop off the bus, grab some photos, & appreciate the 360deg view from the top of Mt Victoria, in the heart of Wellington's town reserve, before getting back on the same bus and continuing your journey.

10. Weta Workshops & Lord of the Rings (bookings@wetaworkshop.co.nz) or (04 909 4035)

Wētā Workshop has catapulted onto the world stage, thanks in part, to the creation of sets, costumes, armour, weapons, creatures, miniatures and more for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. From the sweeping landscapes of Middle-earth to the lush forests of Pandora in the movie Avatar, we’ve since gone on to design imaginary worlds for many more blockbuster films and TV shows. But don’t take our word for it, visit, and experience our magic for yourself.

11. Lyall Bay 

Lyall Bay is Wellington’s most popular surf beach. It is home to two surf lifesaving clubs, a playground, restaurants, & a brewery. View to the South Island and surfers.

11a)   Parrot Dog Brewery (info@parrotdog.co.nz) or (04 3848077)

Nestled a block back from Lyall Bay, Parrotdog Bar takes us back to a simpler time. Inspired by the great pubs and taverns of yesteryear, you’ll find cozy booths, a pool table with views of the brewery, and at the heart, a traditional-style bar with 17 revolving taps showcasing the brewery’s core-range. Bar menu os snacks, burgers & salads also avail.

11b)   Maranui Cafe (cafe@maranui.co.nz) or (04 387 4539)

Popular cafe upstairs in the Maranui Surf Life Saving Club building. Delicious array of counter food, local craft beers & boutique wines.

11c)  Spruce Goose (info@sprucegoose.net.nz) or (04 3872277)

Whether you’re after a quick morning coffee, a late night knees-up or anything in between simply swing on in to the Spruce Goose. Because we’ll be waiting with good food, good drinks and a big smile. See you soon.

12. Carlucci Land Mini Golf (carlucci.minigolf@gmail.com) or (04 383 7054) 

Carlucci Land is made out of recycled materials, Wellingtons iconic outdoor mini golf course. Admire the sculptures as you weave through this unique Wellington landmark. Discover small ferrous kiwis only inches high to giant metallic spiders, snakes, and other metal creations inspired by nature. Great for all ages.

13. Zealandia (visitors.centre@visitzealandia.com) or (04 920 9213) 

A must see eco-sanctuary. Zealandia is a 225 hectare home to some of the worlds rarest & most extraordinary native birds. reptiles & insects and set in wonderfully rich native New Zealand forest. Also, with stunning views over the sanctuary, enjoy a break at Rātā café - an idyllic spot to relax for breakfast, lunch or anything in between.