Guidebook for Ascot Cottage
Sightseeing
Premier House
Comprising the Edwardian Parliament Buildings, which houses the debating chamber, and the modern visually striking Beehive, which houses the executive wing, a visit to Parliament offers the chance to learn more about the history of politics in New Zealand and how modern government works.
Public tours take place daily in the executive wing, where much of the day-to-day work of Members of Parliament takes place.
During the one-hour tour, experienced guides explore the history of New Zealand's government system and recount stories of everyday life in Parliament from previous eras and the modern day.
Visitors can also learn more about the buildings themselves including the architecture and restoration programmes, and the artwork and heritage pieces that line the parliamentary precinct. The tour does not include the public galleries in Parliament, but these can be visited separately when the House is sitting and MPs are debating.
Tour Times:
Tours depart on the hour and are free. The tours begin at 10.00am until 4.00pm from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, the tours begin at 11.00am, with the last tour leaving at 3.00pm.
Bookings are not required, but visitors are encouraged to arrive early to ensure they can join their preferred tour time. Arriving early also leaves time to browse the visitor centre and the gift shop. Bags, coats, cameras, cellphones, and electronic devices must be left in the secure storage area at the visitor centre before the tour.
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Beehive
1 Molesworth Street
Comprising the Edwardian Parliament Buildings, which houses the debating chamber, and the modern visually striking Beehive, which houses the executive wing, a visit to Parliament offers the chance to learn more about the history of politics in New Zealand and how modern government works.
Public tours take place daily in the executive wing, where much of the day-to-day work of Members of Parliament takes place.
During the one-hour tour, experienced guides explore the history of New Zealand's government system and recount stories of everyday life in Parliament from previous eras and the modern day.
Visitors can also learn more about the buildings themselves including the architecture and restoration programmes, and the artwork and heritage pieces that line the parliamentary precinct. The tour does not include the public galleries in Parliament, but these can be visited separately when the House is sitting and MPs are debating.
Tour Times:
Tours depart on the hour and are free. The tours begin at 10.00am until 4.00pm from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, the tours begin at 11.00am, with the last tour leaving at 3.00pm.
Bookings are not required, but visitors are encouraged to arrive early to ensure they can join their preferred tour time. Arriving early also leaves time to browse the visitor centre and the gift shop. Bags, coats, cameras, cellphones, and electronic devices must be left in the secure storage area at the visitor centre before the tour.
25 hectares of beautiful gardens, forest, plants, and interesting sculptures. Easy access via the cable car and offering some of the city's most spectacular views.
Wellington Botanic Garden is undoubtedly one of the capital's natural highlights. Established in 1868, the park manages to combine perfectly manicured gardens, a Begonia House and a Victorian glasshouse, with native forest and peaceful ponds and a network of paths popular with both visitors and residents.
This is where you'll also find the Carter Observatory, the HQ of the New Zealand branch of the World Wide Fund For Nature and the Wellington Cable Car Museum. The Lady Norwood Rose Garden is simply stunning in springtime, as is the Main Garden, when 25,000 tulips annually explode into life, and children will love the duck pond and playgrounds.
At night time, see how many glow worms you can spot, as you stroll the paths down to Lambton Quay. Sculptures by Henry Moore and Chris Booth are popular attractions for art buffs, and the Treehouse Visitor Centre provides information on current exhibits and attractions, as well as a fascinating history of the Botanic Garden itself.
Other highlights include the Peace Garden, Joy Fountain, Innovation Garden, and the unique Sensation Braille Trail, one of the few guided walks specially-designed for visually impaired visitors.
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ウェリントン植物園
101 Glenmore St25 hectares of beautiful gardens, forest, plants, and interesting sculptures. Easy access via the cable car and offering some of the city's most spectacular views.
Wellington Botanic Garden is undoubtedly one of the capital's natural highlights. Established in 1868, the park manages to combine perfectly manicured gardens, a Begonia House and a Victorian glasshouse, with native forest and peaceful ponds and a network of paths popular with both visitors and residents.
This is where you'll also find the Carter Observatory, the HQ of the New Zealand branch of the World Wide Fund For Nature and the Wellington Cable Car Museum. The Lady Norwood Rose Garden is simply stunning in springtime, as is the Main Garden, when 25,000 tulips annually explode into life, and children will love the duck pond and playgrounds.
At night time, see how many glow worms you can spot, as you stroll the paths down to Lambton Quay. Sculptures by Henry Moore and Chris Booth are popular attractions for art buffs, and the Treehouse Visitor Centre provides information on current exhibits and attractions, as well as a fascinating history of the Botanic Garden itself.
Other highlights include the Peace Garden, Joy Fountain, Innovation Garden, and the unique Sensation Braille Trail, one of the few guided walks specially-designed for visually impaired visitors.
Food scene
Tinakori Road
Tinakori Road
Thorndon General Store
348 Tinakori Rd
The Shepherds Arms Hotel
285 Tinakori Rd
Lambton Quay
Lambton Quay