Government House and grounds - Heritage tours - FULLY BOOKED

Tue Oct 28 2025 at 07:30 am to 09:30 am UTC+13:00

51 Hospital Road Entrance gate, Newtown, Wellington | Wellington

Wellington Heritage Festival
Publisher/HostWellington Heritage Festival
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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.

Booking is REQUIRED.
Cost: Free
This event is fully booked.
Event information here: https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/event/government-house-and-grounds-heritage-tours/

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.
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