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Wētā Workshop Unleashed - Tour

Offered by Weta Workshop

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$65.00 per person

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Tour Overview

Delve into the heart of cinematic innovation at SkyCity in Auckland, where the Unleashed tour offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of movie magic creation. This unique experience lets you step inside the creative sanctum of the renowned Wētā Workshop, celebrated for its contributions to blockbuster films.

Your journey starts with an introduction to the intricate world of practical effects. Guided by knowledgeable hosts, you will explore how everyday materials are transformed into the fantastical. Witness firsthand the craftsmanship and detailed artistry involved in bringing film characters and environments to life.

The tour features three distinct film sets, each showcasing a different aspect of the movie-making process. From a giant, hyper-realistic creature to an awe-inspiring galactic robot, these sets demonstrate the broad range of skills and technologies mastered by the Wētā Workshop team. The highlight for many is the exploration of Unleashed, where the boundaries between science fiction, horror, and fantasy blur into an extraordinary interactive experience.

This tour is more than just a walkthrough; it's an opportunity to engage with the tools and techniques used by professional movie-makers. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation of the art and science that makes the impossible come to life on screen.

Whether you're a film enthusiast or simply curious about the magic of movies, this tour at SkyCity promises a thorough and engaging exploration of cinematic arts, tailored to ignite your imagination and showcase the unlimited potential of creativity.

What's Included

  • Explore 3 movie projects imagined by our crew and discover how we bring big screen concepts to life
  • Journey through our favourite genres—fantasy, sci-fi and horror
  • Play, touch and marvel with tonnes of mind-bending practical effects
  • Meet out-of-this-world creatures, robots and dinosaurs
  • Step into our creative world and discover our workshop process as if mid-production

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Weta Workshop Unleashed

    Explore the makings of horror, sci-fi and fantasy on your extraordinary guided journey. Inside Unleashed, extraordinary worlds are brought to life with resident creatures, one hyper-realistic giant and a galactic robot!

    1 hour 30 minutes

    Admission: Included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Weta Cave

Level 5/88 Federal Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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88 Federal Street, Auckland CBD Take the entry-level spaceship, or elevator, up to Level 5 We recommend arriving 15 minutes before your booked time.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

Look for the retail store with the 3 trolls out front!

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.