Tour historic Government House
Wellington, New Zealand • 
Underrated
UnderratedWellington, New Zealand
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
15°C – 19°C, january in wellington features warm summer temperatures with average highs around 19°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 19°C, january in wellington features warm summer temperatures with average highs around 19°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
House and Visitor Centre wheelchair accessible; grounds have variable terrain.
House and Visitor Centre wheelchair accessible; grounds have variable terrain.
Value for money
High
Free tours with engaging guides and beautiful sights.
Free tours with engaging guides and beautiful sights.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Informative Guides
Couples found the tour guides incredibly engaging and knowledgeable about history.
Beautiful Grounds
The well-maintained gardens provided a lovely backdrop for a romantic stroll.
Historical Charm
Visitors felt transported by the architecture and historical significance of the house.
Limited Availability
Couples were disappointed by the difficulty in securing tour bookings in advance.
Steep Hill
Some couples found the walk from the bus stop to the entrance quite challenging.
Variable Terrain
Couples with mobility concerns noted the uneven ground in parts of the gardens.
Hours of operation
Monday
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Friday
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
HIGH
15-19°C
February continues the warm summer trend with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging 52 mm over approximately 5 days.
February continues the warm summer trend with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging 52 mm over approximately 5 days.
Open
High demand during this period means tours can fill up quickly. It's advisable to book in advance.
High demand during this period means tours can fill up quickly. It's advisable to book in advance.
Recommended
February offers warm weather and is a popular time for tourists. Ensure to book tours early and anticipate larger crowds.
February offers warm weather and is a popular time for tourists. Ensure to book tours early and anticipate larger crowds.
March
MEDIUM
13-18°C
March marks the transition to autumn with average highs around 18°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 73 mm over approximately 7 days.
March marks the transition to autumn with average highs around 18°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 73 mm over approximately 7 days.
Open
While tours are generally available, it's still recommended to book in advance to secure preferred dates.
While tours are generally available, it's still recommended to book in advance to secure preferred dates.
Recommended
March offers pleasant weather with fewer crowds, making it a good time to visit. Advance booking is still advisable.
March offers pleasant weather with fewer crowds, making it a good time to visit. Advance booking is still advisable.
April
LOW
13-16°C
April brings cooler autumn temperatures with average highs around 16°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall averages 79 mm over approximately 11 days.
April brings cooler autumn temperatures with average highs around 16°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall averages 79 mm over approximately 11 days.
Open
Tours are more readily available, but it's still advisable to check schedules and book in advance.
Tours are more readily available, but it's still advisable to check schedules and book in advance.
Recommended
April offers cooler weather and fewer crowds, providing a more relaxed experience. Ensure to check tour availability and book ahead.
April offers cooler weather and fewer crowds, providing a more relaxed experience. Ensure to check tour availability and book ahead.
May
LOW
11-14°C
May in Wellington marks the transition from autumn to winter, with mild temperatures and moderate rainfall.
May in Wellington marks the transition from autumn to winter, with mild temperatures and moderate rainfall.
Open
Tours are available; however, it's advisable to check for any specific restrictions or changes in schedule.
Tours are available; however, it's advisable to check for any specific restrictions or changes in schedule.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant climate with fewer tourists, making it an ideal time to visit Government House Wellington. Ensure to check for any specific tour restrictions or schedule changes.
May offers a pleasant climate with fewer tourists, making it an ideal time to visit Government House Wellington. Ensure to check for any specific tour restrictions or schedule changes.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Bike
Car
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
