Wellington Guided Tour of Wētā Workshop Film Effects and Props
by Weta Workshop
Overview
Wētā Workshop in Wellington has been producing props, creatures, costumes, and special effects for films since 1987, including titles like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Avatar, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. This 90-minute walking tour takes visitors through the workshop’s creative areas, where they see how movie effects and physical props are made. The tour begins at the Wētā Cave store and includes a guided look at armour, weapons, creatures, costumes, make-up, and miniatures. Visitors can handle some of the items and observe artists working on current projects. This tour provides insight into the different departments involved in making film magic at Wētā Workshop. The guided experience is the only inclusion; transportation to the venue is not provided.
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Wētā Workshop Experience
This 90-minute tour starts at the Wētā Cave store and covers the creation of movie props, costumes, creatures, and special effects. Visitors see armour, weapons, make-up, miniatures, and more from films including The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Avatar, and District 9. The guide shows how these items are made and maintained, visitors can interact with select pieces, and watch an artist working live on the tour stage.
90 min
Meeting point
Your Wētā Workshop Experience will start at the Wētā Cave store located on the corner of Weka Street and Camperdown Road, Miramar, Wellington. Please allow enough time to find a carpark, as spaces are limited.
End point
Your Wētā Workshop Experience will start at the Wētā Cave store located on the corner of Weka Street and Camperdown Road, Miramar, Wellington. Please allow enough time to find a carpark, as spaces are limited.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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