Ride historic cable car up Wellington hills
Wellington, New Zealand • INR 572 - INR 1056 approx.• 
Must Do
Must DoWellington, New Zealand
• INR 572 - INR 1056Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
14°C – 21°C, warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 21°C, warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and prams.
Fully accessible for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and prams.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews; some felt return pricey but views worth it.
Mixed reviews; some felt return pricey but views worth it.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Views
Couples loved the views! A must-do for a scenic and memorable experience.
Charming Journey
The ride itself is delightful! The tunnels and city views made it special for couples.
Perfect Outing
Couples found this a great date idea. Access to the gardens was an added bonus.
Long Queues
Couples warned about long waits, especially during cruise ship days. Plan ahead!
Overpriced Return
Some couples felt the return ticket was not worth it; the walk down is better.
Lacking Atmosphere
Couples noted the top could be improved with more activities and atmosphere.
Hours of operation
Monday
07:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Tuesday
07:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Wednesday
07:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Thursday
07:30 AM - 08:00 PM
Friday
07:30 AM - 09:00 PM
Saturday
08:30 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
LOW
11-17°C
Cooler temperatures with increased chance of rain.
Cooler temperatures with increased chance of rain.
Open
No specific restrictions; ample availability due to low crowds.
No specific restrictions; ample availability due to low crowds.
Recommended
April brings cooler weather and fewer tourists, offering a more relaxed experience. Prices are moderate, and attractions are easily accessible.
April brings cooler weather and fewer tourists, offering a more relaxed experience. Prices are moderate, and attractions are easily accessible.
May
LOW
9-14°C
May in Wellington is characterized by cooler temperatures and moderate rainfall, marking the transition into winter.
May in Wellington is characterized by cooler temperatures and moderate rainfall, marking the transition into winter.
Open
No specific restrictions; operates daily except Christmas Day.
No specific restrictions; operates daily except Christmas Day.
Recommended
May offers a quieter experience with cooler weather, making it a pleasant time to ride the cable car without the crowds of peak season.
May offers a quieter experience with cooler weather, making it a pleasant time to ride the cable car without the crowds of peak season.
June
LOW
7-12°C
June brings cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, as winter sets in.
June brings cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, as winter sets in.
Open
No specific restrictions; operates daily except Christmas Day.
No specific restrictions; operates daily except Christmas Day.
Recommended
June's cooler and wetter conditions are balanced by the tranquility and availability of the cable car experience.
June's cooler and wetter conditions are balanced by the tranquility and availability of the cable car experience.
July
LOW
6-11°C
July is typically the coldest month, with frequent rainfall and strong winds.
July is typically the coldest month, with frequent rainfall and strong winds.
Open
No specific restrictions; operates daily except Christmas Day.
No specific restrictions; operates daily except Christmas Day.
Recommended
Despite the cold and wet weather, July offers a serene cable car experience with minimal crowds.
Despite the cold and wet weather, July offers a serene cable car experience with minimal crowds.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Cable Car
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Train
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
