InterContinental Wellington Destination

Live on the edge and set yourself free with Adrenalin Forest High Wire Adventure Park.

Experience a tour around the Wellington coastline and have the opportunity to see our local seals in their natural habitat. Tip: We can arrange pick up from the hotel for this tour.

A 20minute drive out to the Wellington suburb or Miramar is all it takes to look the behind the scenes at Weta Studios. Learn more about the film business and the production of the Lord of the Rings movies.

Take a tour of four of our Martinborough Vineyards, including lunch, wine tastings and transport from Wellington to Martinborough return. Pick up and drop off can also be organised from Wellington Railway Station.

Learn more about the history and government of New Zealand with a guided tour of the iconic 'Beehive' and parliament buildings. Tours last 1 hour and it pays to arrive at least 15 minutes early.

The Wellington Cable Car is one of Wellington’s oldest and most popular tourist attractions. Access to the award winning Cable Car Museum situated in the old cable car winding room and the newly opened Carter Observatory. Stroll down a 15 minute walk to the beautiful Botanic Gardens from the top of the cable car station. Car runs every 10 minutes. Monday to Friday 8:30am – 10:00pm. Sunday and public holiday 9:00am - 9:00pm

With a 15 minutes walk along the beautiful waterfront, you will find our famous national museum that will take you inside the New Zealand experience. Te Papa is rich in cultures and full of activities to do including exhibitions and events that go throughout the year.

Take a tour to the Lord of the Rings film locations for half a day or full a day adventure to cater your Lord of the Rings needs and hopes. Tours are run 7 days a week and we can arrange pick up and drop off from the hotel.

Give yourself an experience to some of the most rarest and extraordinary wildlife on the planet. This is one of “33 things not to miss in New Zealand” and it gives you an exposure to the New Zealand’s amazing natural heritage. Enjoy the new exhibition experience, roaming around the sanctuary valley or have a unique experience with the Zealandia by Night tour.

Take a look at the New Zealand’s finest wooden gothic revival church that has been around for almost 100 years. Constructed entirely from native timbers, the glowing interior is enhanced by stunning stained glass windows. Take a walk down to the one of the oldest quarters – Thordon and visit the beautiful Old St Paul’s.

Take a trip across the harbour to Matiu Somes Island, Days Bay or Petone. Have a day out for a picnic, visiting some of the local cafes, restaurants, art and craft shops on the water’s edge. Go for a little explore and learn some history of the Maori Settlement, experience the birdlife and the native tuatara. Ferries are going 7 days a week. Please come and visit our concierge team for the timing and pricing for the trip. 3 minutes walk from hotel to the ferry station. Runs as per timetable.

Exploring the Wellington’s city museum celebrating the Wellington’s social, cultural and marine time stories. It is located in the heart of Wellington that only take 1 minute walk from the hotel.

Take a train or drive to the Waiarapa that is part of the Classic new Zealand Wine Trail. You find characterful towns, great food and family owned vineyards. Explore local galleries and boutique stores, forest parks and endless outdoor adventures that the region has to offer. About a 1 hour drive from Wellington. Hotel car can be available at request in advance to take you on a personalized tour (charges apply).

Take a journey to space in Carter Observatory's planetarium, a state-of-the-art, digital experience that takes you on a virtual space journey, from Wellington to some of the outer regions of our own solar system and beyond.