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One of the largest wooden structures in the world, the Government Buildings could easily be passed off as stone with its superb architecture. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour and can get more information from the Visitor Centre on the ground floor.
Address: 15 Lambton Quay Wellington New Zealand
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Born in this Victorian house in 1888, Katherine Mansfield (1888-1923) is renowned world wide as a prolific writer of short stories. The home today is restored to its former charm and features a video documenting her life, an exhibition of photographs and writing excerpts, and a dolls house constructed to reflect the story of the same name. Complete with a heritage garden, this attraction has won several tourism awards. Open daily from 10am to 4pm.
Address: 25 Tinakori Road, Thorndon Wellington New Zealand
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Once a family home built in 1858, the Colonial Cottage is now a museum that documents the family life in Wellington during that time. The home originally belonged to the Wallis family of twelve. Interesting displays show how settlers adapted to their new environment. A gift shop is also on site. Open daily.
Address: 68 Nairn Street, Mt Cook Wellington New Zealand
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Golder Cottage
One of the oldest settler homes in Upper Hutt, Golders Cottage is a fine example of the pioneer home. Built in 1876, ancestors of the original family inhabited the house until 1985. Today, open to the public, the house showcases life in an earlier time. Open Saturdays from 1:30pm to 4pm, or by arrangement.
Address: 707 Fergusson Drive Upper Hutt New Zealand
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Parliament in the nation's capital is a 'must-see' attraction, not only for its historical and cultural significance, but for its architectural display: an Edwardian neo-classical Parliament House, a Victorian Gothic Library, and the modern Beehive Building. Free one-hour tours guide visitors through the Grand Hall, Parliament Chambers, Maori Affairs Select Committee Room and more. Open weekdays from 10am to 4pm, and Saturdays 10am to 3pm and Sundays from 10am to 3pm.
Address: Corner Lambton Quay & Molesworth Streets Wellington New Zealand
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Petone Settlers Museum
Focusing on the Lower Hutt Valley, the Petone Settlers Museum provides insight into the past of the area through stories, lectures, concerts and more. A living museum, the facility celebrates the area's cultural diversity. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
Address: The Esplanade Petone New Zealand
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Home to significant historical documents including the Treaty of Waitangi, the National Archives exists as 'the memory of the Government' in accordance to the Archives Act of 1957. Visitors are welcome in the reading room for viewing archived documents, maps, photographs, film and artworks. Tours are available by appointment or visit the exhibitions galleries that display some of the country's most significant documents. Open weekdays from 9am to 5pm and Saturday (Exhibitions only) from 9am to 1pm.
Address: 10 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon Wellington New Zealand
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Built in the 1860s, St. Paul's is a grand cathedral built in the classic Gothic style. Made from native New Zealand timber, the interior—with a high arched vaulted ceiling—is more striking than its exterior. It is fine example of early colonial church architecture. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
Address: Mulgrave Street & Thorndon Wellignton New Zealand
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