Make These School Holidays Legendary!
School holidays in NZ are the perfect time to create unforgettable memories with your kids, and Wellington is bursting with experiences that will keep everyone smiling! If you’re planning a Wellington trip the capital city delivers a mix of adventure, learning, and fun for all ages.
Additionally Wellington is a top choice for school trips, with destinations like Te Papa, the National War Memorial, and Weta Workshop offering educational and interactive experiences for curious minds.
Get ready to take your mini golf game to a whole new level. With two totally different nine-hole courses, each packed with wild and creative themes, you’re in for 18 holes of unexpected fun and quirky challenges. This place isn’t your average putt-putt.
Keep your tamariki busy these School Holidays with Holey Moley’s incredible deals!
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Low Sensory Hour
Space Place welcomes anyone who requires a low-sensory environment, including neurodivergent, Takiwātanga Autistic people, and sensory sensitive people.
This low-sensory hour features reduced lights and sounds throughout the galleries, a reduced-sensory Planetarium experience, a chill-out space, and crafts.
See more information online at Experience Wellington.
Kororā Crafts
Drop in each Hāterei (Saturday) of the April School Holidays for fun, family-friendly crafting inspired by our new kororā display. Make kororā bookmark corners and other creative take‑home crafts. Fun for the whole whānau, best suits ages 8+
Saturday 4, 11 & 18 April | 10:30am–12:30pm | The Attic, Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum | No booking required | Free for NZ residents, International admission fees apply
Flight Club
3… 2.. 1… Blast off! Tamariki learn all about the forces of flight at Space Place’s 4-hour school holiday workshop featuring rocket experiments, vortex cannons and beyond.
From making everyday objects fly with a leaf-blower, to observing what happens when you put a marshtronaut (marshmallow-astronaut) into a vacuum chamber, tamariki will come home brimming with new knowledge!
More information and booking with Experience Wellington
Birds on Plywood
Paint our feathered friends with artist and educator, Joe McMenamin. See Wellington Museum’s new kororā little blue penguin display and learn about our native manu in the Attic, before learning the basics of painting with Joe.
All tamariki will be able to take home their painting.
Aprons are provided, but tamariki are advised to wear clothes they don’t mind getting messy.
Friday 17 April | 10am–2pm | Wellington Museum
Birds on Plywood
Paint our feathered friends with artist and educator, Joe McMenamin. See Wellington Museum’s new kororā little blue penguin display and learn about our native manu in the Attic, before learning the basics of painting with Joe.
All tamariki will be able to take home their painting.
Aprons are provided, but tamariki are advised to wear clothes they don’t mind getting messy.
Thursday 16 April | 10am–12pm | Wellington Museum
Birds on Plywood
Paint our feathered friends with artist and educator, Joe McMenamin. See Wellington Museum’s new kororā little blue penguin display and learn about our native manu in the Attic, before learning the basics of painting with Joe.
All tamariki will be able to take home their painting.
Aprons are provided, but tamariki are advised to wear clothes they don’t mind getting messy.
Thursday 16 April | 2pm–4pm | Wellington Museum
String Bean Puppets
Discover wonder and adventure these school holidays at Wellington Museum with String Bean Puppets – The Penguin and the Sea Monster. Join us for a magical, drop‑in puppet show where a brave little blue penguin seeks help from the night sky to rescue his friend from a mysterious sea monster.
Saturday 18 April | 11am–11:45am | Wellington Museum |No bookings required
Cable Car Museum Tour
New tour on daily! Enjoy a bite‑sized introduction to the Cable Car Museum. Discover the history of Wellington’s iconic Red Rattlers, explore the original winding room, and get up close to two beautifully preserved vintage cable cars.
A fun and informative experience for the whole whānau. Adult supervision required for children. Suitable for ages 4+.
Purchase tickets online or at the Cable Car Museum. Bookings recommended.
Holey Moley and Archie Brothers
Get ready to take your mini golf game to a whole new level. With two totally different nine-hole courses, each packed with wild and creative themes, you’re in for 18 holes of unexpected fun and quirky challenges. This place isn’t your average putt-putt.
Keep your tamariki busy these School Holidays with Holey Moley’s incredible deals!
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Monday Madness
$15 Unlimited Play. One Price. Infinite Activities.
Mix up your Monday plans with unlimited fun! From 7 pm, play unlimited Mini Golf, Arcades, and more! for just $15 at Holey Moley and Archie Brothers Willis Lane.
T&Cs: Redeemable upon walk-in only, from 7pm onwards. Not valid on public holidays or public holiday eves. Not redeemable with any other offer, promotion, or party package. Not all activities or games may apply. Unlimited activities, subject to fair play rules and availability. Unlimited activities applies to Timecards only at Archie Brothers, not redeemable for prizes or ticket machines.
Two’s Day Tuesday
Two-for-One Activities
Two players.
One price.
Zero regrets.
On Tuesdays from 7pm bring in your mates or dates to Holey Moley and Archie Brothers Willis Lane, and the second person plays free!
T&C’s apply. Walk in only. Not valid on public holidays or public holiday eves. Not redeemable with any other offer, promotion, or party package. Subject to availability. Not all activities or games may apply.
Fun Bundle
Elevate your experience with Fun Bundle, now available for booking online or onsite, seven days a week! From only $36, you can enjoy 3 thrilling activities to make the most of your visit. Double up on your favs or try something new, the choice is yours!
T&C’s: Walk in only. Not valid on public holidays or public holiday eves. Not redeemable with any other offer, promotion, or party package. Subject to availability. Not all activities or games may apply, the activities included may vary depending on the venue.
Family Pass
Explore Wellington's Museums
Wellington museums are a treasure trove for school kids. Te Papa offers free hands-on activities, workshops, and events for tamariki and teens during the school holidays. The Wellington Museum invites families to discover four floors of local stories, artifacts, and interactive exhibits-open daily and is free to enter.
Creative and Active Fun
Keep boredom at bay with mini golf, bowling, swimming at Wellington pools, or crafting at home. Many venues offer special school holiday deals, and annual passes to attractions like Zealandia and Staglands make repeat visits affordable.
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Go Wild at Wellington Zoo
Let your little monkeys go wild at Wellington Zoo’s holiday programme, designed for kids aged 5–12. Each day offers new animal encounters, behind-the-scenes fun, and conservation-themed activities. Spaces fill fast, so book early for this unforgettable experience.
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Nature and Outdoor Adventures
Wellington is packed with outdoor gems. Take a Wellington road trip along the coast, spot dolphins at Oriental Bay, or explore Zealandia’s urban eco-sanctuary. For the adventurous, the Pinnacles Track and Ridge Walk offer family-friendly hikes with rewarding views.
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Ride the Iconic Wellington Cable Car
Start your holiday with a classic Wellington cable car ride. Kids will love the futuristic tunnel lights and the thrill of climbing the steep hill to Kelburn. At the top, soak in stunning city views and visit the Cable Car Museum for a peek into Wellington’s history.
Wellington Walking Tour:
Make the most of your time in Wellington and let us show you around.
Explore the heart of Wellington on a guided walking tour that weaves together the city’s history, architecture, and iconic landmarks. From Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum to the Cable Car Museum and Space Place’s planetarium, enjoy a relaxed journey complete with the capital’s famous cafe culture, stories, and stunning views.
More information online at Experience Wellington.
