Wellington

A fascinating tour into the world of titiwai, New Zealand's glow worm. This outdoor night-time tour takes about one hour and is designed for children 7 years and older. Parents, please use your discretion. Meet at the Founders’ entrance to Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekākā on Glenmore Street. To keep everyone safe, Vaccine Passes are …

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One small step for creativity, one giant leap for tamariki. A new play activation is blasting into PlayHQ on Monday, 16 January 2023, that will take your tamariki on an expedition out of this world! SpaceHQ is stationed on the moon where tamariki can learn about our place in the solar system and how to …

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Come experience the wonderful WonderHouse Artspace during these school holidays! The team at WonderHouse Artspace each brings a unique blend of art background, educational experience, and expertise in music therapy. Together at the WonderHouse Artspace, we share a common passion to create an environment where children can unleash their creativity freely and joyfully. See our …

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Come and explore the prehistoric ages and discover over 30 lifelike dinosaurs. You don’t want to miss the crowd favourite Tyrannosaurus Rex, the 12m long neck of Brachiosaurus or the much raved about ROBOTIC RAPTORS! Watch them move and hear them roar! There are activities galore, with something for everyone – from 2 to 102! …

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Staglands yummy winter marshmallows are back and for a limited period only, during the July School Holidays, they will be giving them away FREE to all visitors! Toast your own on the cosy Barn campfire and enjoy some wild cooking in the great outdoors. Offer runs from 1st – 16th July For more information visit …

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Bring out the family, and join us onboard our heritage train on a variety of different steam-hauled train trips! We have a variety of different experiences on offer for all travellers - whether it's a scenic cruise up to the Kapiti Coast hub at Paekakariki, or a fast jaunt through the suburbs of the Hutt …

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Join Space Place in welcoming the Māori New Year with whānau-friendly activities, and kai. Your tickets include: • Access to the epic space science museum • Planetarium dome screening • Live Matariki star talks • Telescope viewings (weather permitting) • Tamariki activities • Kapa Haka and musical performances Discover Māori star lore in How It …

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