Lord of the Rings & Weta Workshop Experience (Optional – 3.5 hours)
Details
This tour covers Wellington like no other tour, from the heart of the city to the historic suburbs and through to Miramar (nicknamed ‘Wellywood’), the heart of the New Zealand film industry.
Travel along the waterfront, past Te Papa National Museum and through Oriental and Evans Bay to Weta Workshop. The Weta Workshop Experience offers a peek into the magic of Weta and the many films they have worked on. Visitors gain insight into the movies Weta is best known for, and into the processes, creative and innovative thinking that go on within the workshop, told by members of the talented crew using the props, models and weapons they helped make for the movies.
Descriptive boards throughout the tour describe the processes used for different disciplines, such as Armour & Costumes, Weapons & Props, Creatures & Make-up FX, Miniatures & Models, Conceptual Art and Merchandise. The exhibition space also reveals the history of Weta Workshop and what they have been busy with over the past 20 years.
A short drive from Miramar leads to Mt Victoria film locations, where filming of The Lord of the Rings first started. Stroll through the picturesque forest of the ‘Outer Shire’ where Frodo and the Hobbits began their journey, including scenes such as the ‘Race to the Ferry’ and the famous ‘Get off the Road’ scene. Learn how the films were made while visiting scenes and locations right in the heart of Wellington City.
Return to the wharf via the city. A drop-off in the city after the morning tour is available on request.
Activity Info
Schedule
Start Time
Mar 17
Location
Weta Workshop, Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand