Taste of Petone: Wellington’s Half-Day Gourmet Tour
What your day looks like
Take your taste buds on a flavour-packed journey through Wellington’s historic seaside suburb, Petone. This 5-hour tour blends local history with delicious artisan experiences. This tour includes: - Local Coffee Roastery – Tour and taste expertly roasted coffee. - New Zealand Cheese Platter – Sample a curated selection of regional cheeses. - Jackson Street Exploration – Wander the vibrant foodie hub and soak in the atmosphere. - Chocolatier Visit – Compare handcrafted chocolates at a local favourite. - Craft Beer Tasting – Enjoy a tasting paddle at one of Petone’s top breweries. A perfect half-day for food lovers and explorers alike — indulge in local flavours, artisan treats, and Petone charm.
The experience, in brief
- Discover the locally made treats and secret foodie spots in Petone
- Sample a range of cheeses and chocolate
- visit a local craft brewery for a tasting of their range of locally produced craft beer
Your day, step by step
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Brewery Tour.
What to know before booking
Included
Local guide Transportation All entry/tasting fees Wheelchair accessible Limited mobility accessible Limited sight accessible
Not Included
Opportunity to enjoy an optional lunch in the foodie hub of Petone at your own leisure and expense.
Restrictions
The drinking age in New Zealand is 18 years and above. Please bring an ID.
Meeting & Pickup
General Pickup Point: Wellington i-SITE Day Tour Pick-up Stop (121 Wakefield Street, opposite Amora Hotel) We off a complimentary pick-up service from the following hotels, station and port if requested at the time of booking: Hotels: - Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay - InterContinental Hotel - DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington - Atura Wellington - Rydges Wellington - ibis Wellington - QT Wellington - James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor - Bolton Hotel - Boulcott Suites - Sofitel Wellington - Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman - Mercure Wellington Central City - Hotel & Apartments - Novotel Wellington - Naumi Studio Hotel Wellington - Willis Wellington Hotel - Tory Hotel - OAKS Wellington - Movenpick Hotel Wellington - Ramada by Wyndham Wellington - Trinity Hotel, Wellington - Tory Hotel at Century City - TRYP by Wyndham Wellington Ports/Stations: - Wellington Cruise Terminal, Aotea Quay - Wellington Railway Station (waiting area to the left as you leaving the main entrance)
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 18 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
What travelers are saying
Athena was a fantastic guide. The tour was better than we expected. We learned so much and had an unforgettable time in Petone and Wellington. 5 star for sure.