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"Go to Weta Workshop in Wellington: there, you'll see the props and creatures the special effects company built for The Lord of the Rings, District 9, and The Chronicles of Narnia, and get a hands-on sculpture class to build your own."
See props, creatures, and hands-on crafting from films.
21 Camperdown Road, Miramar, Wellington 6022, New Zealand Get directions
Tourist attraction · Miramar
Film prop exhibits with behind-the-scenes stories and live crafting
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Hotel · Te Aro
Artsy hotel with French fare, indoor pool, Nespresso, and suites
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Winery · Martinborough
Award-winning Pinot Noir, refreshing rosé, and local Thai food
Science museum · Kelburn
Solar telescope, planetarium shows, interactive exhibits
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Spacious apartments with kitchens, laundry, and harbour glimpses
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Restaurant · Masterton
Modern dining, global flavors, sunny deck, boutique cinemas
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Middle Eastern mezze & large plates, local wine, vegan/GF options
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Museum highlights city cable car history with original cars
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Wood-fired pizzas, grain salads, and excellent coffee served.
Wildlife refuge · Karori
Fenced urban sanctuary restoring forest, home to rare birds
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