Weta Workshop Tours

Dive head-first into a world of creativity, physical effects, and movie-making magic. Located in Miramar, only five minutes from Wellington Airport and 20 minutes from the Central Business District. From The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar and District 9: learn about the making of props, costumes, and creatures created for your favorite films. Interact with cool stuff from our creative departments and, if you’re lucky, catch an artist at work on our tour stage. Book our standalone 90 minute guided tour, add transfers to/from the Wellington City i-Site (180 minutes), or add transfers and kai - lunch (240 minutes).

Witness the meticulous process of sculpting iconic characters as artisans at Weta Workshop bring imagination to tangible reality

See Gimli with costumes and props from the infamous Lord of the Rings movie series

Explore the enchanting realm of special effects, where ingenuity meets technology to shape unforgettable moments in cinematic history

Step behind the scenes and witness the mesmerizing choreography of visual effects, transforming ideas into breathtaking cinematic experiences

Peer into the workshops where creativity takes form, revealing the craftsmanship and dedication that define Weta Workshop's iconic contributions to cinema

Explore the fantasy worlds created by Weta Cave

Dive into the heart of creativity as artisans meticulously handcraft intricate details for the silver screen at Weta Workshop

Embark on a journey through the captivating world of miniature model-making, where every tiny detail contributes to grand cinematic spectacles

Explore the synthesis of art and technology at Weta Workshop, where creative minds converge to shape the future of cinematic excellence

Step into the shoes of a set designer, exploring the meticulous craft behind constructing immersive worlds for blockbuster films at Weta Workshop

Discover the artistry of film at Weta Workshop, where creativity knows no bounds in crafting cinematic masterpieces

Engage with the artistic process as Weta Workshop's team sculpts, molds, and crafts intricate designs that captivate audiences worldwide

See movie magic as you see special effect make up from different productions

Experience the alchemy of makeup artistry as skilled hands transform actors into fantastical beings, bringing characters to vivid life

Immerse yourself in the magic of prop-making, witnessing skilled hands breathe life into fantastical worlds at Weta Workshop