Visit New Zealand Portrait Gallery
Wellington, New Zealand • 
Underrated
UnderratedWellington, New Zealand
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
15°C – 19°C, january in wellington is characterized by warm temperatures, with average highs around 19°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 19°C, january in wellington is characterized by warm temperatures, with average highs around 19°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully wheelchair accessible; seating available throughout.
Fully wheelchair accessible; seating available throughout.
Value for money
High
Free entry for Kiwis, making it a great value.
Free entry for Kiwis, making it a great value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Enjoyable Exhibits
Couples found the exhibits engaging and the setting romantic on the Wellington waterfront.
Free Entry
Visitors loved the free entry for New Zealand residents. A great budget-friendly date.
Scenic Location
Couples enjoyed the beautiful waterfront location. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
Small Gallery
Some couples felt the gallery was too small for a long visit, quickly seen.
Limited Parking
Travelers noted the limited parking could be a hassle for couples driving.
Not State-Funded
Couples felt the gallery's reliance on donations was a slight drawback.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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 in Wellington, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging 20mm over approximately 9.6 days.
February continues the warm summer trend in Wellington, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging 20mm over approximately 9.6 days.
Open
The Gallery operates daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, except on Christmas Day and Good Friday. No specific restrictions are noted for February.
The Gallery operates daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, except on Christmas Day and Good Friday. No specific restrictions are noted for February.
Recommended
February offers warm weather and low rainfall, making it a favorable time to visit. Visitors should be prepared for higher crowd levels and potentially increased prices due to the peak tourist season.
February offers warm weather and low rainfall, making it a favorable time to visit. Visitors should be prepared for higher crowd levels and potentially increased prices due to the peak tourist season.
March
MEDIUM
13-18°C
March marks the transition from summer to autumn in Wellington, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 2.87 inches over the month.
March marks the transition from summer to autumn in Wellington, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall increases slightly, averaging 2.87 inches over the month.
Open
The Gallery operates daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, except on Christmas Day and Good Friday. No specific restrictions are noted for March.
The Gallery operates daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, except on Christmas Day and Good Friday. No specific restrictions are noted for March.
Recommended
March offers mild weather and moderate crowd levels, providing a balanced experience for visitors to Wellington and the New Zealand Portrait Gallery.
March offers mild weather and moderate crowd levels, providing a balanced experience for visitors to Wellington and the New Zealand Portrait Gallery.
April
LOW
13-16°C
April brings cooler temperatures to Wellington, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall increases, averaging 3.10 inches over the month.
April brings cooler temperatures to Wellington, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall increases, averaging 3.10 inches over the month.
Open
The Gallery operates daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, except on Christmas Day and Good Friday. No specific restrictions are noted for April.
The Gallery operates daily from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, except on Christmas Day and Good Friday. No specific restrictions are noted for April.
Recommended
April offers cooler weather and lower crowd levels, providing a more relaxed experience for visitors to Wellington and the New Zealand Portrait Gallery.
April offers cooler weather and lower crowd levels, providing a more relaxed experience for visitors to Wellington and the New Zealand Portrait Gallery.
May
LOW
9-15°C
May in Wellington marks the transition from autumn to winter, with cooler temperatures and increased rainfall. Average high temperatures are around 15°C, with lows near 9°C. Rainfall averages approximately 78 mm over 15 days.
May in Wellington marks the transition from autumn to winter, with cooler temperatures and increased rainfall. Average high temperatures are around 15°C, with lows near 9°C. Rainfall averages approximately 78 mm over 15 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor events may be limited due to weather conditions.
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor events may be limited due to weather conditions.
Recommended
Visiting the New Zealand Portrait Gallery in May offers a quieter experience with comfortable indoor conditions. It's advisable to check for any special events or exhibitions during this time.
Visiting the New Zealand Portrait Gallery in May offers a quieter experience with comfortable indoor conditions. It's advisable to check for any special events or exhibitions during this time.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Shuttle
Taxi
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
