'Old town Newtown' Walking Tour

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 01:00 am to 02:30 am UTC+13:00

Crn Constable and Riddiford streets near the playground, Newtown, Wellington | Wellington

Wellington Heritage Festival
Publisher/HostWellington Heritage Festival
'Old town Newtown'  Walking Tour
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Walk the Old Town streets and see the Heritage buildings of Newtown.
The Iconic Category one Langham Hotel and the Ascot hotel bookend the heritage area of Riddiford street, built from 1890.
Hear the history and stories about the people who settled in Newtown from the 1870s. Visit merchants like Castles the chemist, the oldest Victorian chemist in Wellington. Hear about Labour Party political rallies in Green street, and see the oldest houses built from the 1870s.

Booking is REQUIRED.
Cost: Free, koha welcome
Booking information here: https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/event/old-town-newtown-walking-tour-25/

Health & Safety:
Wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes. Event may be cancelled or postponed due to inclement weather. The route is relatively flat.
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Crn Constable and Riddiford streets near the playground, Newtown, Wellington, New Zealand

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