Name: Auckland: Wētā Workshop Unleashed Interactive Movie Experience
SKU: 6611P24
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (1021 reviews)

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Auckland: Wētā Workshop Unleashed Interactive Movie Experience

4.7(1.0 k)· Auckland· By Weta Workshop Watch the video

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€35per person

1 to 30 travelers per booking.

Options10 of 10 available on this day

Time

1 × Adult × €35€35

Total€35

About the activity

Step into the magical world of filmmaking with the Wētā Workshop Unleashed interactive experience at Auckland's SkyCity. This guided tour, brought to you by the five-time Academy Award-winning Wētā Workshop, offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of props, creatures, and special effects. Journey through three distinct film universes: fantasy, science fiction, and horror. Your engaging hosts will guide you through meticulously crafted movie sets, allowing you to interact with practical effects and come face-to-face with incredible creatures, robots, and larger-than-life characters brought to life by the Wētā Workshop team. Feel free to capture and share your memories, as photography and video are encouraged throughout the experience. Wētā Workshop Unleashed is the perfect activity for film enthusiasts, families, and anyone with a creative spark. It offers a dynamic, hands-on alternative to traditional museum visits and is a must-do in Auckland. Your admission includes a special souvenir video to commemorate your visit.

What's included

✓Access to the Wētā Cave retail store
✓Translations available via QR code in Chinese, Japanese, and French
✓A complimentary souvenir video
✓A 90-minute guided tour led by an expert guide
✓Entry to all three interactive film worlds

Itinerary

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Weta Workshop Unleashed
Enjoy a guided, hands-on experience at Auckland's SkyCity, presented by the acclaimed Wētā Workshop, winners of five Academy Awards. Discover the secrets of practical film effects and witness how the talented crew crafts the creatures, characters, and props featured in blockbuster movies. You'll also get to experience Auckland from a new perspective at the Sky Tower during your visit.
· Admission included

How to use your ticket

Your mobile or paper ticket will be accepted. One ticket is issued per booking.

Meeting point and return

Weta Workshop Unleashed

Your tour begins at Wētā Workshop Unleashed.

Weta Workshop Unleashed

Your tour concludes at Wētā Workshop Unleashed.

Locate the Wētā Cave retail store, easily identifiable by the three trolls standing out front!

Meeting point

Weta Workshop Unleashed

88 Federal Street, Convention Centre Level 5, 1010, Auckland Central, New Zealand

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Practical information

This venue is wheelchair accessible.
Infants and young children can be accommodated in a pram or stroller.
Service animals are permitted on site.
Convenient public transportation options are available in the vicinity.
The experience is suitable for individuals of all physical fitness levels.
Please check in at the Wētā Cave at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour departure.
Getting there: Located in central Auckland, a 10-minute walk from Britomart. Paid parking is available at the SkyCity car park.
What to bring: Don't forget your camera or phone, as photos and videos are welcome. Comfortable shoes are also recommended.
Good to know: The experience includes a horror-themed section which may not be suitable for very young children. You have the option to bypass this particular section if preferred.

Activity options

3:50pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
10:10am Wētā Workshop Unleashed
2:10pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
11:10am Wētā Workshop Unleashed
12:50pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
12:10pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
1:10pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
2:50pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
3:10pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed
4:10pm Wētā Workshop Unleashed

Duration

1 h 30

How to prepare for your experience

Wear comfortable shoes for exploring.
Bring your camera to capture the amazing props and creatures.
Check in 10 minutes before your tour starts.
Consider the horror section's suitability for young children.
Public transport is easily accessible.
Paid parking is available at SkyCity.

Discover the secrets of movie magic at Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland!

Cancellation conditions

To receive a full refund, please ensure you cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Any questions?

Product code: 6611P24

Activity offered by Weta Workshop via Viator.

Who is this activity suitable for?

Film fans
Families
Creative individuals

Activity essentials

Interactive filmmaking experience
Behind-the-scenes access to movie magic
Explore three unique film worlds
Hands-on with practical effects
Meet creatures and characters
Souvenir video included

Auckland: good to know

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Currency: New Zealand dollar
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Wētā Workshop Unleashed experience suitable for all ages?

Yes, it is suitable for all physical fitness levels. However, the experience includes a horror-themed world that may not be appropriate for very young children. You have the option to skip this section.

Can I take photos and videos during the tour?

Absolutely! Photography and video are welcome throughout the experience so you can capture and share your visit.

What is included in my ticket?

Your ticket includes access to the Wētā Cave retail store, translations via QR code (Chinese, Japanese, and French), a complimentary souvenir video, a 90-minute guided tour with an expert guide, and entry to all three interactive film worlds.

How do I get to Wētā Workshop Unleashed?

The experience is located in central Auckland, a 10-minute walk from Britomart. Paid parking is available at the SkyCity car park.

What should I bring with me?

You should bring your camera or phone, as photos and videos are welcome. Comfortable shoes are also recommended.

Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Reviews

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Reviews provided by Viator, written by travellers on Viator and Tripadvisor.

★★★★★Tripadvisor review
Fun and geeky
995lewb, October 2026
This was fun and more than just LoTRs. Our janitor, Cas, was very good about getting everyone involved. Very glad we saw this.
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
Brilliant Tour
MikeGlobal, October 2026
Wow a really enjoyable 90 minute tour well worth doing. Hands on with plenty of opportunities to take photos.Highly recommend.
★★★★★Viator review
Very interesting if...
ALIZEE_P, October 2026
Very interesting if you're a movie fan, Only downside was not accessing so much the interactive parts/pictures as there was lots of children but a part from that very interesting
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
Inspirational experience for my son
Guide15823775236, October 2026
My 8 year old son loved it! His wee mind has been racing with ideas for themes and characters since our visit!!
★★★★★Tripadvisor review
Informative and Entertainment
Acecruiser007, October 2026
Ellie was a great guide throughout the experience. She kept us educated and informed. The exhibits were great, and the whole one and a half hours experience was very enjoyable. I would recommend this to anybody visiting Auckland who is interested in movies.

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