Adult price
$12
Child price
$6
Family of 4
$30
Minimum age
0+
Duration
30 min ride + 45 min walk back
Rain-safe
Yes
Booking required
No
Family suitability
9/10
Is Wellington Cable Car Worth It for Families?
The Wellington Cable Car has been running since 1902 and is still one of the city's best experiences. The 4-minute ride takes you from Lambton Quay to the Botanic Garden at the top of the city, with panoramic views of the harbour. Walk back down through the garden — free and beautiful. The Cable Car Museum at the top is free.
Pricing note: Return ticket. One-way $7 adult/$4 child.
What's Included
Insider Tips
- 💡 Buy return tickets — the walk back down through the Botanic Garden is lovely
- 💡 Free Cable Car Museum at the top is worth 20 minutes
- 💡 Runs every 10 minutes from 7am–10pm
- 💡 Gets busy on sunny days — go early or late afternoon
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Budget: $200–380/day · Best ages: All ages