Your Guide to Wellington Botanic Garden: Explore & Enjoy

Getting There

Want to visit the Wellington Botanic Garden? Here's how to get there.

One of the most fun ways to arrive is on the Wellington Cable Car. This takes you on a scenic ride from Lambton Quay up to Kelburn, right to the garden's main entrance.

If you're staying in central Wellington, you can walk. It's a nice walk from the city center up to the garden.

If you're taking public transport, several buses go near the garden. Look for buses that go along Glenmore Street; there are drop-off points for getting in easily.

If you're driving, parking right by the Wellington Botanic Garden is limited. It's best to use public transport or walk, or be ready to park a little way away and walk the rest of the way.

What to Expect

The Wellington Botanic Garden is a varied experience. It covers 25 hectares, with plant collections, native forest, conifers, and seasonal displays. The rose garden is a highlight.

As you walk around, take in the views. You'll see the city and the harbor.

If you have kids, there's a playground. The garden also has restrooms, a visitor center, and a restaurant.

Give yourself 2 to 4 hours to see Wellington Botanic Garden. That's enough time to see it all and enjoy being outside.

Tips & Tricks

To see the garden, take the Wellington Cable Car to the top entrance. From there, it's an easy walk downhill.

When you get there, go to the Visitor Center. You can get a map of the garden.

The garden is 25 hectares, so wear good walking shoes.

Look for the sculptures hidden in the garden. Also, check out the paths through the native forest.

Best Times to Visit

To see the flowers, go to the Wellington Botanic Garden in spring or summer. That's when the plant collections and seasonal displays bloom.

If you want it quiet, visit on weekday mornings. That way you can walk around without the crowds.

For the best views of the city and harbor, go on a clear day.

In autumn, the leaves change color, making it good for photos.