Wētā Unleashed Auckland
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Wētā Workshop is known for its movie magic on the world stage, and this Auckland experience brings that behind-the-scenes world to you without needing to fly to Wellington. You're walking through actual film sets, handling props, and getting a real look at how monsters, robots and full-scale castles go from a sketch to something that ends up on screen. It's not passive either. Reviewers consistently mention how hands-on it all feels, which keeps it engaging for a pretty wide range of ages.
Worth noting that it's based at SkyCity so it's easy to get to and pairs well with an afternoon or evening in the city. Promo code RANKERS gets you 10% off, which is a tidy saving given the ticket price sits at the higher end of Auckland attraction territory. Helps keep us going too, so win-win really.
The consensus from people who've been is genuinely positive. A few mention it being slightly shorter than they expected, but most walk out pretty impressed by the craft and detail on show. It's a solid pick if you're into film, creative industries, or just want something a bit different from the usual Auckland tourist trail.
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Wētā Unleashed Auckland
Dive into our immersive world at Auckland’s SkyCity and get hands-on with movie magic like never before. This is your all-access pass to a world where creativity knows no limits.
Come to our place, where imagination and creativity reign supreme. With our entertaining hosts at the helm, we’ll guide you on an adventure beyond our doors to break into our secret world of practical movie effects. Join us and journey through three jaw-dropping, highly imaginative films created by our visionary Wētā Workshop crew where everything is not as it seems. It's our time to share with you! We’ll reveal the workshop magic kept under wraps and how we bring the impossible to life.
Encounter a towering alien robot, come face-to-face with monsters pulled straight from nightmares, and explore castles so lifelike you’ll feel like royalty. Jump into intergalactic, fantastical and otherworldly cinematic realms and witness the process of how we turn wild ideas into what you see in epic blockbusters.
Unleashed isn’t just a tour, it’s a hands-on magical carpet ride through the practical effects making process.
We believe there's a creator in everyone. Ready to fuel your curiosity and ignite your imagination?
Your movie adventure begins now! Jump on board.
Not available for WOW workshops, combo pricing, family passes, concessions or student fares. Not available for transfer products in Wellington. Cannot use with any other offer or in the Wētā Workshop Cave.
Max tickets: 5 per booking
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North Island ▷ Auckland Region ▷ Auckland |
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Open 7 days a week (except Christmas Day). Operating hours are 9:45 am — 6:15 pm Sunday to Wednesday, and 9:45 am — 8:00 pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tours operate between these times. |
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Use discount code RANKERS with Wētā Unleashed Auckland and 10% off. |
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