Bikes & Segway

Intro to Wellington Guided Bike Tour

With this guided bike tour, get a chance to learn about significant historical figures like Arthur Wellesley, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Sir Peter Jackson, among others. Visit famous sites like Oriental Bay and Te Papa Museum in Wellington.

In this tour, hop on a bike and set off to explore Wellington with your guide. If you love riding a bicycle and exploring new places, then this trip is ideal for you.

With the help of an expert guide, you will learn about the prominent figures who shaped the history of Wellington.

Wander around the picturesque streets of Wellington like Taranaki Street, Willis Street, and Manners street.

Get a chance to visit places like the Wellington Stadium, Te Papa Museum, and the historic Wellington Waterfront.

Escape the hustle-bustle of the city and cycle through the Rimutaka Range, Wairarapa's rural roads, to the rocky South Coast.

Learn about filmmaking in the capital, the Mouri culture of Wellington, and why it is the windiest city in the world.

Guided tour

Group bike tours

Bicycles and helmet

Meal inclusions

Tips and personal expenses

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Are you one of those people who love to travel by bicycle? Then, this tour is ideal for you. The Wellington guided bike tour brings a unique experience that gives you the opportunity to ride through the aesthetic streets of Wellington and visit some of the most significant historical sites.

As you get on a bike, our guide will show you the Wellington Waterfront and introduce you to historical figures like the Duke of Wellington and Napoleon Bonaparte, who have turned Wellington into the cultural hotspot it is today. This trip is ideal for individuals who have a few hours to spare or those who want to ride on bike lanes. This 10-km route is short and easy to ride.

At each stop on our Introduction to Wellington trip, there is plenty of time for participating in discussions, posing queries, and taking pictures. We'll take you to some of the most important Wellington sites, such as the Wellington Stadium, the New Zealand Parliament, Cuba Street, Te Papa Museum, and Oriental Bayt. Due to the tour's reasonably flat terrain, we use regular bikes. However, you can upgrade to an electric bicycle if you'd like.

In this unique adventure, you will first meet your tour guide, be given a brief about the safety protocols, and spend some time practicing before leaving. You will get to escape the hubbubs of the city and explore Wellington's wild side. Cycle through the Rimutaka Range, Wairarapa's rural roads, to the rocky South Coast, where the mountains meet the sea, and ride back to the city.

Important Information

Prior bicycle riding experience is essential for the trip.

The minimum height for an electric bike is 145cm, there is no minimum height for a regular bike.

Timings

Daily: 10:30am

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Switched on Bike store.

Address: Queens Wharf, Wellington Waterfront, Wellington 6011.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Lambton Quay at Hunter Street. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board buses 1, 2, 3 to get you there.

By Metro

The closest Metro stop is Wellington Station. It is a quick 10-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board metro HVL, JVL to get you there.