Venues Wellington Theatre Tours Tickets

Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Wellington's iconic St James Theatre and The Opera House.

Discover hidden stories, architectural splendour, and rich theatrical history as you step behind the velvet curtain and explore two of the city's most beloved performance spaces. Led by expert guides, this tour takes you on a journey through over a century of theatre magic. Tread the boards in the footsteps of legendary performers. Uncover the secrets of stagecraft and marvel at the breathtaking details of these heritage-listed buildings. From opulent foyers and ornate auditoriums to backstage corridors brimming with history, you'll see the theatres as you've never seen them before.

You need a good level of mobility to go on this tour. You will be walking through foyers, stairways, and spaces. While there are railings and several rests throughout the tour, you will not have the opportunity to sit for a long period during the tour.   This tour is currently not accessible for wheelchair users. If you are a wheelchair user, or have other accessibility needs, and would like to attend a tour, please contact us at guestexperience@wellingtonnz.com