Wētā Workshop Guided Tour
Get an intimate look behind-the-scenes at the workshop that created characters and special effects for The Lord of the Rings and Avatar. Walk among props, prosthetics, costumes, and swords while learning the stories behind their creation. Meet the artists at work and try out hand
Highlights
- Get an intimate look behind-the-scenes at the workshop that created characters and special effects for The Lord of the Rings and Avatar.
- Walk among props, prosthetics, costumes, and swords while learning the stories behind their creation.
- Meet the artists at work and try out hands-on sculpting techniques.
About this experience
Go behind the scenes at Wētā Workshop in Wellington on a 90-minute guided tour. Since 1987, the crew has brought to life beloved characters and special effects for iconic blockbusters like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Avatar, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Learn how props, creatures, and costumes are made for film and television, and see artists at work. Handle pieces from different departments, try sculpting techniques and peer into the workshop through viewing windows.
Choose your option
Morning Tour
Discover Wētā Workshop's humble beginnings and rich creative history working on iconic TV shows and movies on a 90-minute English-guided morning tour. Includes two digital souvenir photos.
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$31.97
Afternoon Tour
Discover Wētā Workshop's humble beginnings and rich creative history working on iconic TV shows and movies on a 90-minute English-guided afternoon tour. Includes two digital souvenir photos.
from
$31.97
Cancellation and terms
- Free cancellation up to 2 days before
- No refund within 2 days of travel
Know before you go
Child policy: - Children under 5 years are free of charge, but still required to book an admission ticket directly through the attraction. - Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult. Good to know: - The tour includes some horror-film imagery, drone video footage, and small, dark rooms that may be unsuitable for children or visitors with medical conditions aggravated by fright, stress, or lights. - Photography is prohibited in certain areas.