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The essential introduction to Wellington!
Jump on a bike and our guide will show you around the Wellington Waterfront and introduce you to some fascinating past and present figures who have made Wellington the creative capital it is today. This tour is perfect for those with just a couple of hours to spare or who prefer their riding to be only on cycle paths. This route is only 10km so the riding is easy and the distance is short (if you're after a longer bike ride, check out our Half Day Tour). Our Introduction to Wellington tour is set at an easy pace with plenty of time for questions and taking photos at each of the tour stops. Our tour focuses on six city shaping people and we’ll point out some key Wellington landmarks along the way including the Parliament, Wellington Stadium, Te Papa Museum, Cuba St, Oriental Bay, Wellington Railway Station and the historic Wellington Waterfront. We use regular bikes for this tour as it's mostly flat, but you can upgrade to an electric bike.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We’re just a 5-minute walk from the cruise shuttle stop near Te Papa. Walk right along Cable St, past the museum car park then head left toward the waterfront. Cross the foot bridge on your right—our store is just across. Look for the blue sign opposite the yachts!
Itinerary
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This is where our tour starts. You'll have time set up and get used to your bike.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We ride down the Wellington Waterfront from our store toward Oriental Bay. The Waterfront is bustling on a sunny day and we ride on shared paths.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Hold its hand and pose with this iconic and poetic statue on the waterfront as your guide tells you about the legendary and awesome wind of Wellington! Don't forget to get a picture with the eye-catching Wellington sign while you're here aswell!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This unique and culturally significant building with statue of Kupe outside. We'll introduce you to a little Māori culture and tell of their ancestor's travel to Pōneke (Wellington) and Aotearoa (New Zealand). The Wharewaka houses some beautiful carved waka (canoes).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
We ride past Te Papa Museum one of New Zealand's top visitor attractions so you know where to find it for after your bike tour.
Admission ticket free -
5
We ride past the bustling Oriental Bay. On summer days locals will be swimming and sun bathing. If time allows we'll break here and you'll have the opportunity to grab a coffee or ice-cream.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Park up the bikes and take a quick walk to New Zealand's idyllic Parliamentary Grounds. Enjoy the park-like atmosphere of these grounds as you take in three distinct government buildings. The Beehive, Parliament House and the Parliamentary Library. Your guide will talk you through some crucial political history and learn of the kiwi trail blazers who worked to make New Zealand the first country in the world where women got the vote.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
One of the historic buildings in Wellington
Admission ticket free -
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Our tours ands where we started at Switched on Bikes.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Riders must be comfortable riding a bicycle (riding is mostly flat and we only use cycle lanes and sometimes busy shared paths)
- Remember sunscreen in summer
- Please dress appropriately- bring an extra layer in case or wind
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Riders must be comfortable riding a bicycle (riding is mostly flat and we only use cycle lanes and sometimes busy shared paths)
- Remember sunscreen in summer
- Please dress appropriately- bring an extra layer in case or wind
- Moderate fitness advised- pedalling activates the electric assist
- We require a minimum of two riders to operate this tour. If the minimum number has not been met we will contact you prior to your date.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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