Tour historic Government House
Wellington, New Zealand • 
Underrated
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.
How to book
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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
December
HIGH
13-17°C
Summer begins with warm temperatures; average highs are 17°C and lows are 13°C. Rainfall is moderate, with about 12 days of rain totaling 37mm.
Summer begins with warm temperatures; average highs are 17°C and lows are 13°C. Rainfall is moderate, with about 12 days of rain totaling 37mm.
Open
High demand during peak season; tours may be fully booked well in advance.
High demand during peak season; tours may be fully booked well in advance.
Recommended
December's warm weather attracts many visitors, resulting in higher prices and crowded attractions. Early booking is essential.
December's warm weather attracts many visitors, resulting in higher prices and crowded attractions. Early booking is essential.
January
HIGH
15-19°C
January in Wellington features warm summer temperatures with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall is relatively low, averaging 52 mm over approximately 5 days, making it one of the driest months.
January in Wellington features warm summer temperatures with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall is relatively low, averaging 52 mm over approximately 5 days, making it one of the driest months.
Open
Due to high demand during the peak season, tours may book out quickly. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Due to high demand during the peak season, tours may book out quickly. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Recommended
January offers pleasant weather and is a popular time for tourists. It's advisable to book tours well in advance and be prepared for larger crowds.
January offers pleasant weather and is a popular time for tourists. It's advisable to book tours well in advance and be prepared for larger crowds.
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.
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