Take a guided tour through Wellington Museum and a trip to Matiu/Somes Island.
Start your journey on a guided tour through Wellington Museum, exploring the unique history and quirks of New Zealand’s capital city. From Māori settlement, European immigration, to the delightfully bizarre Attic. Wellington Museum celebrates the people and the events that have shaped the character and soul of the Capital City of New Zealand and it’s region.
Then head to the East by West ferry for a short trip across the harbour to Matiu/Somes Island whilst enjoying a classic kiwi lunch of scrumptious fish ‘n’ chips, with magnificent views of Wellington’s famous hilltop suburbs.
Enjoy the island on a self-guided tour discovering the native flora and fauna and explore its fascinating history before returning to the mainland.
Voyage Wellington’s beautiful harbour and soak up its fascinating history on a fun-filled Ship ‘n’ Chip Tour!
Note: Bookings are required to avoid disappointment.
Photo credit: @wellington_weekender
Time: Bookings by 9:30 am on the day. Tours begin at 11:15am and return at 3:30 on weekdays. On weekends tours will begin at 12:15 and return at 4:15pm.
Duration: 3-5 hours
Cost:
- Adult: $65.00
- Child: $45.00
- 2 adults + 2 children: $179.00
- NZ SuperGold cardholders: $55
The Ship ‘n’ Chip tour includes a Museum tour, fish & chips for one, a return ferry trip on East by West Ferries to Matiu/Somes Island (owned by local iwi, Taranaki Whānui ki Te Upoko o te Ika) where you are free to roam on the Department of Conservation managed island.
To book call us on 04 472 8904 or email: museumtours@experiencewellington.org.nz
Museums Wellington assumes no liability for your safety whilst in transit to or when on Matiu/Somes Island. Please know your own ability when engaging in any activity. Take every precaution necessary to ensure the safety of all fellow members and yourself. Always be prepared and provide contact numbers in case of an emergency to your provider. You agree that by purchasing this ticket and in undertaking any activities, you accept that there are risks and hazards associated with any activity. You also confirm that all persons travelling with you on this ticket have been informed about the terms of this waiver and have similarly agreed to accept that there are risks and hazards associated with activities and to accept the terms of this waiver.