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Government House and grounds - Heritage tours

Government House Collection

Government House is the 1910 home of the Governor-General, and its site and buildings have a rich history. Guided tours include the house and gardens.

Our visitor centre team will be running 2 hour public tours of the house and grounds with a specific heritage focus. We will be incorporating the pre-Government House history of the grounds, including the 1873 Mt View Lunatic Asylum. Specially curated heritage items will be on display in the house and visitor centre.

Tea and coffee will be available before the tour.

Health & Safety

Health, safety and security protocols will be explained before your tour.

Please wear good shoes and dress for the weather. The tour may be cancelled in bad weather.

Location
51 Hospital Road Entrance gate, Newtown, Wellington

Regions

Wellington

Tags

Walking Tour
Site Tour
Accessible

Event times

5:30-7:30pm Tue 28 Oct


Booking requiredFree

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10am-12pm Wed 29 Oct


Booking requiredFree

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1-3pm Wed 29 Oct


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5:30-7:30pm Wed 29 Oct


Booking requiredFree

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Government House Visitor Centre

Government House Visitor Centre organises and hosts the tours programme for visitors to Government House Wellington. This 1910 building is the home of the Governor-General and has a Heritage One rating.

Email: bookings@govthouse.govt.nz

Phone: 043820837