Te Papa National Museum and Funicular

Discover the Te Papa Tongarewa National Museum on a fascinating in-depth guided tour. The museum showcases a wonderful array of artefacts and exhibits and will provide new found knowledge of New Zealand. During your guided tour, admire the highlight collections, from the animal and plant life with its preserved colossal squid, to the powerful geological forces that have shaped New Zealand’s landscape. There will also be an opportunity to view Te Hau ki Turanga, one of the oldest and most significant meeting houses in existence, and the dynamic and beautiful marae (communal meeting place) for the 21st century, designed and created by leading Maori carvers.

The 111 year old Wellington funicular will take you on a vertical climb of over 390 feet and travel a length of 2,000 feet, arriving at the top in just 3 minutes. Admire the breathtaking views overlooking the city and if time permits, pop into the Cable Car Museum which is housed within the original Winding House.