Wellington Cable Car
The Wellington Cable Car is a funicular railway, opened in 1902, that climbs 120 metres over about 600 metres from Lambton Quay in the city centre to Kelburn. Two red cars pass halfway on the five-minute ride; at the top are a lookout over the harbour, the Cable Car Museum and an entrance to the Botanic Garden.
Good to know
- Opening hours
- Mon–Thu 07:30–20:00Fri 07:30–21:00Sat 08:30–21:00Sun 08:30–19:00
Hours checked October 17, 2026 · source wellingtoncablecar.co.nz
When to go
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Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of Wellington Cable Car?
Opening hours: Mon–Thu 07:30–20:00 · Fri 07:30–21:00 · Sat 08:30–21:00 · Sun 08:30–19:00.