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Tour guide in Wellington Jo D.
I'm Jo D., your private tour guide in Wellington
Guide #71076
Kia ora. Let me connect you with the Wellington locals love. Exploring Wellington with curious travellers who land on her shores is my passion. There is nothing I like better than sharing Wellington’s stories with some great company while we enjoy the best of the city. Together we will customise your tour to create your unique day in Wellington. What to expect - I make your day easy and fun, from our first greeting to our fond goodbye. We will laugh a lot, share stories (and maybe dog photos) and get to know each other. I will introduce you to the city I love, its history, people, scenery, food and drink, beaches and most likely our infamous wind, a defining feature of ‘Windy Wellington’. A bit about me – I’ve lived in Wellington for over 25 years and now call its beautiful South Coast my home. Having moved around the country for much of my childhood, I can objectively say this is New Zealand’s best city! Having worked in Government for much of my career, I still consult over the winter months. I previously worked front line in Women’s Refuge. I am an avid historian, gardener, animal lover and eco warrior! I volunteer at an animal rescue and justify my knitting/crochet obsession by donating all I make to local charities. I am an experienced, curious traveller, having visited Scandinavia, Europe, UK, Ireland, US, Australia, Bali, China, the Philippines and Chile. I have been a private tour guide since 2017, showcasing Wellington to visitors who wish to experience our fabulous city from an insider’s perspective. I am the owner/operator of a small boutique Wellington tour company with Suzee W. I love connecting with new people and sharing stories about life in Wellington, the world at large and how we make it a better place for everyone… and I love questions! I will communicate with you before your tour and respond quickly to your questions. Pick up & drop you off at your ship, accommodation or the airport. If I am unavailable, please check out Suzee W, as I know she will also give you fabulous day out. Do you have five or more people travelling together? Please message me. Together we can create a fun and fabulous day for all your friends and family. Reach out to your fabulous, friendly five star tour guide (that’s me) today to start your Wellington adventure.
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5 reviews
Elizabeth M.March 2026Jo was wonderful! We had a highly entertaining day seeing the surrounding countryside. Then Jo went well above any reasonable expectations of a guide when she tracked down the artist for a painting we wanted (but the store would not ship to the US) and developed a scheme to get it to us! It will always be a treasured piece because of Jo’s incredible kindness and our...
Replied from Jo D.
Thank you so much for your review Elizabeth. I thoroughly enjoyed my day with you both. I love a bit of a challenge, so was very pleased to find the artist to make sure you got the piece you wanted. All the best for the rest of your trip.
- David S.February 2026
Jo Doyle was terrific! She made it easy for us to find her on the dock, even though our ship was unexpectedly late. Shs kept by text. Gave us a good tour of Wellington and spent more time in places we were interested in, like Old St. Paul's church. Took us to a lunch place in the Rose Garden.
Replied from Jo D.
Hello David. Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I get a kick out of showing people the city I love and being able to tailor that to your interests is even better. It was great that we could communicate when your ship was late, it meant we could all be where we were meant to be, even though the time had changed. Thanks for being great guests, all the best...
- John W.January 2026
We had a really fun day with Jo. She has an infectious enthusiasm and love for her city. She took us to the rain forest outside the city, some spectacular coastal viewpoint as well as the city highlights. She gives great background the areas history and environment. We would definitely recommend Jo’s services for a comprehensive tour of the city. Thanks for a wonderful...
Replied from Jo D.
Aww, thank you so much for your review. Wellington certainly put on a spectacular day for you. I am so pleased that my love of the place came through. Thank you for being such great guests. All the best for your future travels, and maybe we will see you back in NZ one day!
- Clare P.January 2026
Replied from Jo D.
Thank you for rating your tour with me. I love sharing Wellington with guests.