There is simply no better way to experience the hidden charm that Wellington has to offer than to take this 5-minute ride from the heart of the city centre, up through the hillside terraced houses of Kelburn, to the lookout perched high above the city.
Enjoy easy access to the Botanic Garden, Cable Car Museum, Space Place (at Carter Observatory) and Zealandia (via free shuttle).
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OPENING HOURS:
Closed Christmas Day. Cars run every 10 minutes.
Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 8:00pm
Friday 7:30am - 9:00pm
Saturday 8:30am - 9:00pm
Sunday & Public Holidays 8:30am - 7:00pm
Join us as we celebrate 123 years of magic with a special, limited-time offer on Saturday, 22 February!
Keeping with this year’s birthday theme of 1-2-3, we’re offering special fares between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on our big day:
- Child Fare: $1 one-way ($2 return)
- Concession Fare: $2 one-way ($4 return)
- Adult Fare: $3 one-way ($6 return)
Come ride through history with us and celebrate another trip around the sun for Wellington’s iconic red cars!
This exclusive offer is only available for in-person purchases at the ticket box during the promotion period and is not available online. Click here for the t's and c's.
To celebrate International Children's Day, we're spreading the joy for the whole weekend!
From Saturday 1 – Sunday 2 March, all children under 15 can enjoy a free ride when accompanied by a paying adult.
There are heaps to do at the top of the hill after travelling through the disco tunnels and snapping a shot of the whanau at the iconic lookout spot.
- Enjoy admission and learn about the history of the Cable Car at the Cable Car Museum.
- Explore the stars with a planetarium show and walk through the galleries at Space Place.
- Hop on the free electric shuttle and take a stroll enjoying Aotearoa’s native bush and wildlife at Zealandia.
- Pack a picnic and walk down through the Wellington Botanic Garden.
- Book a table at Cable Top Eatery and enjoy a pizza in front of Wellington's skyline.
Complimentary ticket only valid for use between Saturday 1 – Sunday 2 March. Only available at the Lambton Quay Ticket Box. Not available online. Discount cannot be combined with any other offer. Check here for the t’s and c’s.
The cruise season has started, and we are excited to welcome travellers to experience the Wellington Cable Car.
If you're a cruise ship passenger, please click here to find out more information.
For our locals, we've implemented measures to ensure a smooth experience for all our passengers. When demand is higher between 9am and 1pm, our cars may operate more than our usual 10-minute timetable. To plan for your day, please click here to be taken to our cruise schedule that lists ships with a capacity, or combined capacity of over 1,000 passengers.
To celebrate the twenty-year anniversary of the release of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Wētā Workshop has delved into the archives and dusted off some of their most precious props, costumes, and armour from the original films.
Take yourself on a journey through Middle-Earth, Wellington to find some of the iconic pieces starting with our third-aged elf and Royal Guard of Rohan located in the Kelburn terminal.
Disembark the Cable Car at Kelburn Terminal for easy access to nearby attractions at the Cable Car summit. Enjoy the panoramic views of Wellington city and harbour, grab a bite to eat and continue discovering.
Enjoy the cozy playground with the kids and watch the iconic Cable Car go backwards and forwards. Visit the spectacular Kelburn Park Fountain that was built in the 1940's. Take a short walk from the Salamanca Station to Victoria University to visit the Adam Art Gallery.
Find your favourite spot on the over-bridge and watch both Cable Cars bypass each other on the passing loop.
Catch a glimpse of the past and present with a stop at Clifton Station to view the Cable Car Transition Mural.
Situated in the heart of Wellington CBD. Lambton Quay Station provides easy access to Wellington’s main shopping precinct.
Take in the Rainbow Mural by Gina Kiel while you wait for the Cable Car. The Cable Car Ticket Office is located at the end of the Cable Car Lane.
