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Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour

Offered by Switched on Bikes

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$85.00 per person

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Rent an eBike on the Wellington Waterfront for a half- or full-day self-guided ride past Oriental Bay, Shelly Bay, Parliament and Weta Workshop.

Tour Overview

Pick up your eBike from the centrally located shop on the Wellington Waterfront and explore Wellington at your own pace on a half day or full day self guided ride. With riding instructions, a helmet, a lock, and a city cycle map included, it is a straightforward way to get around for riders of any fitness level.

From the waterfront, cruise past Oriental Bay and follow the bayside route to Shelly Bay, where the Chocolate Fish Cafe is a popular local stop for coffee. You can also ride to Wellington’s historic Parliament grounds, just a few minutes away on on road cycle ways, and see The Beehive, Parliament House, and the Parliamentary Library. Bikes can be locked up if you want to head inside for a free tour.

If you want a climb, switch the eBike to TURBO and head up to the main look out of Wellington City for wide views. Other route options include a beach where you can watch planes take off and land near the airport, and a sheltered swimming beach with white sand, grassy picnic space, and a cafe serving ice cream and lunch.

You can also use your eBike to reach Weta Workshop and visit the Weta Cave or join a guided one hour tour focused on Wellington’s film history, Peter Jackson, and Lord of the Rings.

What's Included

  • Wellington City Cycle Map
  • Self-Guided bike tour
  • Use of bicycle, helmet and lock
  • Local Tips and Insights
  • Local taxes
  • Hi Vis available

Not Included:

  • Water
  • Optional Gel Seat Cover
  • Optional mobile phone holder

What To Expect

  1. 1

    New Zealand Parliament

    Just a few minutes ride on on-road cycle ways from our store, you'll find New Zealand's historic and idyllic Parliament grounds. Wander around the publicly accessible park-like grounds of our government and observe three distinctly interesting buildings: The Beehive, Parliament House and the Parliamentary Library. Lock your bikes up and head inside for a free tour!

    10 minutes

  2. 2

    Switched on Bikes

    Pick up your bikes from our centrally located shop on the Wellington Waterfront.

    20 minutes

  3. 3

    Oriental Bay

    Cruise the waterfront past the scenic and popular Oriental Bay

    10 minutes

  4. 4

    Mount Victoria

    Set the eBikes to TURBO and head up to the main look out of Wellington City.

    15 minutes

  5. 5

    Shelly Bay

    The Chocolate Fish Cafe located at Shelly Bay is the best local cafe on our popular bike route! Serving excellent coffee from a beautiful spot.

    30 minutes

  6. 6

    Lyall Bay

    Great beach dotted with cafes. Watch planes take off and land from the nearby airport, surfer learn to surf and dogs chasing sticks.

    30 minutes

  7. 7

    Scorching Bay

    The best swimming beach in Wellington! Gorgeous white sands in a sheltered spot. Plenty of space to picnic of the grass and beach. There's a cafe serving ice-cream and lunch.

    30 minutes

  8. 8

    Weta Workshop Experiences

    Ride your bike to Weta Workshop and pop into the Weta Cave or take a guided one hour tour. Learn about Wellington's film history, Peter Jackson and Lord of the Rings.

    1 hour

    Admission: Not Included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

15/22 Herd Street

15/22 Herd Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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By Chaffers Dock Marina, juts a 5 minute walk from the Wellington iSite and Te Papa Museum.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Must be able to ride a regular bike
  • Bike manufacturer has a weight limit of 330 lbs (150 kilograms)
  • Children (13 -17 Years) must be accompanied by an adult
  • Credit Card must be presented as bond
  • Heights must be advised if less than 5 foot (152 centimeters)
  • Select a full-day or 2-day option

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.