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 Apt home for Historic Places Trust |
63 Boulcott Street P.O. Box 2629 Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 4341 http://www.historic.org.nz/Ant... information@historic.org.nz |
Built in 1904, Antrim House is the national headquarters of the Historic Places Trust. If you are interested in historic homes, this one is a beauty, maintaining all of its grandeur and original distinctive character. Highlights of the Edwardian mansion include original kauri panelling and stained glass work dating back as far as the 1890s in some cases. The rooms are no longer open to the public but if you enquire politely, you may be able to take a quick peek. You can certainly admire the ornate exterior from the grounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Tourist and commuter service |
Cable Car Lane Lambton Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 2199 info@Wellingtoncablecar.co.nz |
For something completely different, why not take a trip on Wellington's beautifully restored flaming red cable car? A vital commuter link between Lambton Quay and the leafy inner-city suburb of Kelburn, this route has been operating since 1902. This is a popular form of transport for the thousands of students attending Victoria University. This is a favourite inclusion in the typical Wellington itinerary providing easy access to the Botanic Gardens and sweeping panoramic views of the city Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Reeling in the years |
84 Taranaki Street P. O. Box 11 449, Te Anakura Whitiahua Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 384 7647 http://www.filmarchive.org.nz/ info@nzfa.org.nz |
The Film Centre is the public face of the New Zealand Film Archive, an organisation committed to collecting, projecting and preserving New Zealand's film and television history. As such, the small museum, focuses on film as an artistic and cultural medium with experimental films offered frequently as exhibition showpieces. Guided visits and tailored screenings are available for education, community and social groups. Admission is free or by donation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Harbour-side park |
Jervois Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 495 7820 / +64 4 473 2912 perry.walker@wellingtonwaterfront.co.nz |
On the edge of Wellington's spectacular harbour, with its back to the city and its eye to the hills, this park is a popular destination for Wellingtonians on the weekends. Rollerblading and cycle ways border the park and a number of water activities including kayaking and jet-biking can be undertaken on the nearby lagoon and harbour basin. An excellent children's playground incorporates an imitation lighthouse and when the afternoon's activities leave you hot and tired, the parkside ice-cream parlour sells divine Italian style cones. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Central city park |
Lambton Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) info@WellingtonNZ.com |
Fringed by cafes and dominated by imposing office blocks nearby, Midland Park is a restful space amidst the busy city scene. Pigeons and people, musicians and poets, all congregate here. Whether you are looking for a lunch spot, or just somewhere to pass a few quiet moments, take time out here. The park features the statue 'bronze form' by Henry Moore and is the setting for summertime outdoor concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Maritime memorabilia |
Queens Wharf P. O. Box 893 Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 8904 / +64 4 472 8904 (Museum Shop) http://www.bondstore.co.nz museum@museumofwellington.co.nz |
This fascinating collection of maritime memorabilia will captivate old sea salts and land lubbers alike. Housed in an old wharf building (recently refurbished) it is devoted to Wellington city and her maritime history. Housed over three levels, the museum's displays include paintings, flags, bells, maps, logbooks and model ships and a replica ship's cabin. Amongst the modern holographics, special effects, computer games, CD roms, interactive and LCD screens you will find old tales of seafaring and shipwrecks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Original seat of Government |
15 Lambton Quay Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 (Visitor Information Centre) |
One of the largest wooden buildings in the Southern hemisphere, this complex was built to house the early New Zealand governments and much of the public service. Italian in style, the imposing facade is designed to reflect the stone work of the period. Features of particular interest include a magnificent central staircase and an early example of a hydraulic lift. The original cabinet room is also open to public viewing. Newly restored, the complex now houses the Victoria University Law School and the Department of Conservation information office. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Now a sophisticated bistro |
99 Boulcott Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 4199 (Boulcott Street Bistro) |
This delightful inner-city gothic cottage was originally built as a wedding gift from an upper class local groom to his bride in the late 1870s, but came into the possession of the Plimmer family in 1911. John Plimmer, often referred to as Wellington's founding father, also lived nearby. The house lies in the shadow of its more modern cousin, the nearby office block, Plimmer Towers, whose current site it originally occupied. Since 1973 the house has been used as a restaurant - Boulcott Street Bistro - from whose tables you can admire the charming character of the architecture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Beautiful central city church |
17 Boulcott Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 473 8074 http://www.stmaryoftheangels.w... office@stmaryoftheangels.wellington.net.nz |
Towering over the city, St Mary of the Angels stands out on this prominent central city site. Designed by Frederick de Jersey Clere, St Mary's was the first neo-gothic style building to be constructed from reinforced concrete in 1922. It replaced earlier churches that had stood on the site since January 1843. Come in and view the beautiful stained glass windows, a feature of this church that now has one of the smallest parishes in the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Interactive entertainment, history, art |
Cable Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 381 7000 http://www.tepapa.govt.nz mail@tepapa.govt.nz |
Te Papa Tongarewa, Museum of New Zealand, is a fitting testament to the nation's heritage and storehouse for some of the country's most precious treasures. Te Papa celebrates the unique multicultural nature of New Zealand through art, exhibitions and multimedia. Highlights include virtual bungy jumping, a day in the life of a junk shop and the chance to walk through a reconstructed slice of real New Zealand countryside. Come for an afternoon--spend a week! Admission: Free, but donations gratefully accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Distinctive architecture & good books |
65 Victoria Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 801 4040 http://www.wcl.govt.nz/about/b... Central@wcl.govt.nz |
Not just a library, this is one of Wellington's most distinctive and exciting modern buildings. It houses a fabulous collection of books, newspapers, magazines, videos, tapes and compact discs spread over three large floors. There is a wonderful children's corner which offers Pre-School Story Time and on the mezzanine floor an excellent cafe and bookstore. You will find ample parking below the building and all sorts of interesting contemporary New Zealand art around it. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One-stop travel and information |
280-292 Lambton Quay Cable Car Centre Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 473 3753 tourist.info@itwgtn.co.nz |
A newcomer to the local travel scene, the Wellington Tourist and Information Centre is an off-shoot of the newly-established nation-wide chain of bookstores run by New Zealand Post. Offering a comprehensive information and travel booking service, the display area is light and roomy, and the brochure displays are appealing and informative. This centre concentrates primarily on the local area though they can make nationwide reservations for land travel and accommodation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nationwide information and travel |
101 Wakefield Street Civic Square Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 802 4860 http://www.wellingtonnz.com bookings@wellingtonnz.com |
The Visitor Information Network is well-established national chain of outlets designed to provide a comprehensive information service to locals and visitors. The Wellington Visitor Information Centre is spacious and well-stocked with pamphlets, maps and other essentials. The friendly staff is passionate and well informed about the city scene. If you are travelling further afield they can even help plan your itinerary and make all the necessary reservations for hassle free travel! A one-stop shop, for all nation-wide travel and for information and bookings for nation-wide attractions, accommodation and activities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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