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 JULY 29 - AUGUST 4
Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 8:00pm
Friday 7:30am - 9:00pm
Saturday 8:30am - 9:00pm
Sunday & Public Holidays 8:30am - 7:00pm
Our Annual Maintenance Shutdown will be from Monday 29 July - Sunday 4 August. We are scheduled to re-open on Monday 5 August from 7.30am.
Every year, we shut down the Cable Cars to inspect and replace the essentials to keep the cars running. Basically, it's the Cable Car getting its WOF.
We thank you for your patience as we carry out important maintenance. Text alerts will be sent with any necessary updates. To be added to this service, click here.
Exploring the Whoniverse: A journey across time and space in the TARDIS-themed photo booth as part of the promotion of the Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder exhibition in Wellington.
As fans of Doctor Who already know, the TARDIS takes the form of a blue police box that can travel through time and space. Bigger on the inside than on the outside, thanks to dimensional engineering beyond human comprehension, this interactive photo booth experience is designed to delight Doctor Who fans.
With exciting backdrops to choose from, share your adventure on social media and even take a copy home, this is a must-visit for all Whovians and POP culture enthusiasts attending the exhibition.
The TARDIS-themed photo booth will land at the Cable Car between 6 - 27 July and will be open every day between 10.30am - 6pm.
The Doctor Who World of Wonder exhibition is now on at Tākina. Grab your tickets from here.
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.
