Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington

A fun and informative introduction to Wellington. Meeting and leaving from the main entrance of the Wellington train station, a quick walk to the Parliament grounds will provide insight into New Zealand and Wellington politics. From here we'll take a walk atop the Wellington seismic fault line to the botanic gardens, these gardens marry the exotic with the native beautifully, and we shall garner an understanding of New Zealand's unique flora and fauna as we walk through some dense New Zealand bush. Reaching the top of the gardens, at the top of the cable car, we'll take in the beautiful view, point out some landmarks and generally orientate ourselves. From here we will walk through suburbs and places most tourists will never see, winding up on Cuba st, the heart of the city, for a quick refreshment. We will finish at the national Museum on the waterfront. Guests are guaranteed to come away from this tour with a better understanding of Wellington and New Zealand.

Itinerary

1. Meeting at the main entrance of the station, greeting, then passing through the neoclassical grandeur to a quick underpass, popping up near parliament grounds. (10 min)
2. Here we will discuss New Zealand politics and culture and Wellington's relationship to it. The character of the surrounding architecture and the functions of these buildings will also feature. (15 min)
3. Located on Tinakori road, premier house is the official residence of the New Zealand prime minster. The historical road sits atop the Wellington fault line leading us towards the botanical gardens. (15 min)
4. We shall take a turn through the lush gardens, domains and bush populated by exotic and native flora & fauna, deftly married together. We'll discus the unique biodiversity in Wellington and New Zealand and its place in New Zealand society. (30 min)
5. Making our way through the gardens to the top of the historic cable car. A beautiful vista presents an opportunity to orientate oneself and provide a general overview of the area. (10 min)
6. Meandering through Wellington's unique suburbs, past precariously positioned houses and winding narrow streets. Winding up in the jewel of Wellington's recreational crown, Cuba st, stopping for a quick refreshment. Then down to the magnificent waterfront ending up at the national Museum, Te Papa Tongarewa (1h 0min)

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