Capital Tastes

The perfect morning walking tour: enjoy three hours of Wellington culinary experiences as well as the city's history, architecture and ideas on great places to shop and eat.

Discover fresh tastes in New Zealand's cafe and culinary capital, as we introduce you to local tastes, products and people. With a personal guide to tell the local stories, you will taste gourmet products including coffee, chocolate, cheeses and other specialties in top food places the locals know.

As an added bonus, you'll receive gift vouchers for some of Zest's favourite eateries to enjoy in your own time:
- 25% off at Arbitrageur (up to $40)
- 25% off at Floriditas (up to $25)
- a free glass of wine at Logan Brown (with booking)
Some conditions apply.

Read our latest article on this tour from The Australian (March 2013)

Walking Time: approx. 45 minutes, at a casual wandering pace.

Need a guide who speaks French, German, Danish, Dutch or Italian? Please email tours@zestfoodtours.co.nz to make a special request.

Tour Details

Leaves daily
Departs from i-SITE Visitor Centre, Civic Square, corner Victoria and Wakefield Streets, Wellington
9.30 am - 12.30 pm

View map of Wellington i-SITE Visitor Centre

Available year round, 7 days, except for public holidays.

Rate NZ $169 per person (minimum 2)
All inclusive for up to 8 guests.

Travelling by yourself? This is the perfect tour if you are booking on your own. As our tour minimum is 2 guests, if you wish to make a single booking please click here to enquire before going further. We will reply by email within 12 hours.

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