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 to ride only on cycle paths.
The 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. The tour focuses on six city shaping people and you will be introduced to some key Wellington landmarks including the New Zealand Parliament, Wellington Stadium, Te Papa Museum, Cuba St, Oriental Bay, Wellington Railway Station and the historic Wellington Waterfront. You’ll use regular bikes for this tour as it’s mostly flat, but you can upgrade to an electric bike if you like.
Meet your guide at Queens Wharf in central Wellington in time for a 10:30am departure. After listening to the safety briefing, enjoy time to practice in a car-free space before heading out. The tour is light hearted and fun. Your tour ends back at Switched on Bikes in Central Wellington.
You’ll learn about
- First country to give women the right to vote
- Wellington’s Maori culture and history
- Film making in the capital
- The windiest city in the world!
- Cuba St, Wellington’s progressive heart
Riding Level: Easy
Duration: 2-2.5 hrs
Distance: Short < 10km
Start Time: 10:30am, afternoon departure available upon request