Highlights of Wellington

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One of the first immigrant ships to arrive in New Zealand in the 1800s. Take a look at the passenger manifest, do you recognise any names? Maybe an ancestor was on the ship!"},{"type":"text","content":"One of the passengers, Sophia Harris, brought a cutting of her favourite rose which she carefully nurtured by ingeniously planting it in a potato. The rose cutting survived, if it weren't for Sophia, there would be no roses in New Zealand! The story of Sophia Harris inspires everything we do at the Bolton Hotel, using independent thought to nurture what we care about the most; our guests."},{"type":"text","content":"You can learn more about the story of the Bolton Ship and Sophia Harris on our History and Heritage tour."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fbolton-ship-v4.jpeg?alt=media&token=8535d829-0daa-4d9d-8833-05f40300ede7"},{"type":"text","content":"Before we start an exciting day of city exploration, I highly recommend stopping by the Lobby Cafe or Artisan on level one to grab yourself a delicious coffee to takeaway."}]},{"address":"Beehive","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_1.mp3?alt=media&token=917d66fa-ccb1-4b64-9b8c-a9bd05e76492","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.27855576394069,"longitude":174.77637729999998},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJlxij3SuuOG0RrJ4Et_kQxwU"}},{"type":"text","content":"No trip to the capital would be complete without a visit to the heart of New Zealand's political activity. The New Zealand Parliament buildings, including the iconic Beehive, are just a stone's throw from the hotel."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2FIMG_4545.jpg?alt=media&token=acc19dbc-e3ed-478c-a42a-4eae7b500acb"},{"type":"text","content":"### The Beehive"},{"type":"text","content":"Conceptualized on a napkin by British architect Sir Basil Spence, this modern marvel, completed in 1979, contrasts the classical style of the neighbouring Parliament House. Housing the Executive Wing, including the Prime Minister's office, this architectural gem's unique shape earned it the name the Beehive."},{"type":"text","content":"You can take a free guided tour of the Parliament buildings, pre-booking is required and full details can be found at the link below."},{"type":"link","title":"Parliament Tours","content":"https://www.parliament.nz/en/visit-and-learn/visit/guided-tours/"},{"type":"text","content":"If the Parliament Tours are fully booked, or you're running low on time, you can explore the grounds with a self-guided tour available at the link below."},{"type":"link","title":"Self-guided tour","content":"https://www.parliament.nz/media/8685/outdoor-tour-map-and-information-2019.pdf"}]},{"address":"Wellington Museum","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_2.mp3?alt=media&token=742d546d-8d0b-424a-8350-38ec6f8179d6","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.28521636394392,"longitude":174.7781894},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJLyoZhNSvOG0R579NxQyM2YQ"}},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fwellington%20museum.jpeg?alt=media&token=4a3a14e9-c4c8-4272-963a-6cba292f8fc1"},{"type":"text","content":"We'll now head towards the waterfront to Queen's Wharf where we find Wellington Museum, housed in the classical Bond Store building."},{"type":"text","content":"You'll be transported to the waterfront of the late 1800s, discover the city's maritime history and revel in the weird and wonderful stories in The Attic, you'll even find the interactive time machine Ngā Hau!"}]},{"address":"Te Ngakau Civic Square","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_3.mp3?alt=media&token=e570fc88-cf54-4c61-afa2-45c46c49b2fb","placeId":"ChIJOaJtvtavOG0R-2qwPNasQ9w","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.12907980834517188,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.28869421394564,"longitude":174.7772812},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJOaJtvtavOG0R-2qwPNasQ9w"}},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fquasi.jpeg?alt=media&token=49c4f38e-9b83-4afa-b8f4-c819b99dea79"},{"type":"text","content":"Next on our tour is Te Ngākau Civic Square, Wellington's public square and the city's heart.\n\nSurrounded by Wellington Town Hall, the Central Library, the Michael Fowler Centre (home to the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra) and City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi, the space is watched over by 'Quasi.'\n\nCast your eyes to City Gallery's roof to see Kiwi artist Ronnie van Hout's divisive and confronting hybrid face-hand sculpture.\n\nCreated to grace the roof of Christchurch Art Gallery, the sculpture was controversial, art critic Warren Feeney even petitioned to banish it from Christchurch!\n\nBut Christchurch's loss is Wellington's gain! Perhaps the misunderstood sculpture has found its home in the capital; Wellington is known to embrace the weird and wonderful after all!\n\n"}]},{"address":"Solace in the Wind (The Naked Man) Statue","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_4.mp3?alt=media&token=a3df24a2-fda5-4ae6-a695-1728c6cf5cc2","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.289394113945974,"longitude":174.7827977},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"formatted_address":"15B Barnett Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand","types":["establishment","point_of_interest","tourist_attraction"],"partial_match":true,"geometry":{"viewport":{"east":174.7841466802915,"south":-41.29074308029149,"north":-41.2880451197085,"west":174.7814487197085},"location":{"lng":174.7827977,"lat":-41.2893941},"location_type":"ROOFTOP"},"address_components":[{"types":["street_number"],"short_name":"15B","long_name":"15B"},{"types":["route"],"short_name":"Barnett St","long_name":"Barnett Street"},{"types":["political","sublocality","sublocality_level_1"],"short_name":"Te Aro","long_name":"Te Aro"},{"types":["locality","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["country","political"],"short_name":"NZ","long_name":"New Zealand"},{"types":["postal_code"],"short_name":"6011","long_name":"6011"}],"plus_code":{"compound_code":"PQ6M+64 Wellington, New Zealand","global_code":"4VCPPQ6M+64"},"place_id":"ChIJLx-K6dGvOG0RpAliB03Mw9A"}},{"type":"text","content":"We'll now take the City to Sea Bridge to the waterfront, crossing the Whairepo Lagoon, home of Wellington's oldest rowing club."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fwhairepo%20lagoon.JPG?alt=media&token=609e8236-7361-4e42-934d-b8ed390153c7"},{"type":"text","content":"Following the waterfront walk, you'll also come across the SS Hikitia, thought to be the only working steam crane of her type in the world."},{"type":"text","content":"With Te Papa on your right, follow the waterfront walk to one of Wellington's most recognisable sculptures 'Solace in the Wind'."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fsolace-in-the-weind.png?alt=media&token=591296b8-faa6-4405-968d-875ea25f7cc1"},{"type":"text","content":"English sculptor Max Patte unveiled the two-metre high iron sculpture in 2008, a heartfelt testament to the city Max had come to love deeply while he was working at special effects and prop company Weta Workshop."},{"type":"text","content":"Originally just on loan to the city, Wellington council purchased and made it a permanent fixture after it won the People's Choice for favourite sculpture in the Wellington Civic Trust Awards."}]},{"address":"Raglan Roast Coffee","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_5.mp3?alt=media&token=840ef9ea-6563-4dcd-9931-8f07a0a3d5c7","placeId":"ChIJQ_Mwtc-vOG0RPYlbz5_LyeQ","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.12907980834517188,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.29079636394662,"longitude":174.78531139999998},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJQ_Mwtc-vOG0RPYlbz5_LyeQ"}},{"type":"text","content":"Need a little pick-me-up?"},{"type":"text","content":"Wellington is renowned for its excellent coffee and now might be the perfect time for a little caffeine before we continue to Te Papa. Our Marketing Manager Paul recommends Raglan Roast, one of his favourite coffee roasters, they have a few outlets in the city, though this one also offers gelato!"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2FPAUL-FREEGUIDES.png?alt=media&token=931dc798-9e4b-4c20-9e1b-6178fd6cca7f"}]},{"address":"Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_6.mp3?alt=media&token=7261ded8-6de1-47f3-a68e-daa83c966aaf","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.29073776394662,"longitude":174.78195525},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"types":["establishment","museum","point_of_interest","tourist_attraction"],"formatted_address":"55 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand","partial_match":true,"geometry":{"viewport":{"east":174.7833042302915,"south":-41.2920867302915,"north":-41.2893887697085,"west":174.7806062697085},"location":{"lng":174.7820894,"lat":-41.2904563},"location_type":"ROOFTOP"},"address_components":[{"types":["street_number"],"short_name":"55","long_name":"55"},{"types":["route"],"short_name":"Cable St","long_name":"Cable Street"},{"types":["political","sublocality","sublocality_level_1"],"short_name":"Te Aro","long_name":"Te Aro"},{"types":["locality","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["country","political"],"short_name":"NZ","long_name":"New Zealand"},{"types":["postal_code"],"short_name":"6011","long_name":"6011"}],"plus_code":{"compound_code":"PQ5J+RR Wellington, New Zealand","global_code":"4VCPPQ5J+RR"},"place_id":"ChIJnRaYrdGvOG0RMJot6PyfQJo"}},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fmuseum%20of%20nz%202.webp?alt=media&token=c967f683-b28d-4cf7-9469-8cccc00b268a"},{"type":"text","content":"Welcome to Te Papa Tongarewa, New Zealand's National Museum, home to multiple permanent exhibitions detailing the country's natural environment, culture and history plus an ever changing roster of blockbuster exhibitions.\n\nTe Papa is also home to Toi Art, the national art collection and new commissions.\n\nThe building opened in 1998 and combined the National Museum and National Art Gallery. Despite being built on a fault-line and reclaimed land, Te Papa is particularly protected from earthquakes thanks to enough reinforcing steel to stretch from Wellington to Sydney and 152 base isolators; ensuring it's precious taonga (treasures) are protected from movement.\n\nBe sure to check out Quake Breaker, Te Papa's underground exhibition to see a base isolator up close."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fmuseum%20of%20nz.jpeg?alt=media&token=0cc8bee4-81bb-4c18-91ab-41e1010a6524"}]},{"address":"Hannahs Factory","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_7.mp3?alt=media&token=b6f0d99b-807a-45ae-a893-68388378a696","placeId":"ChIJp1bqZtevOG0ReRsVQ9ornSM","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.12907980834517188,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.29239301394746,"longitude":174.77709750000002},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJp1bqZtevOG0ReRsVQ9ornSM"}},{"type":"text","content":"By now you'll likely have worked up an appetite, what better place to head to than Hannah's Laneway, Wellington's tastiest laneway?\n\nPick up a souvenir block or indulge in a sumptuous hot chocolate from Wellington Chocolate Factory, a famous sea salt caramel cookie from Shelly Bay Baker or a refreshing cocktail from Hanging Ditch (look for the liquor bottles on bungee cords).\n\nOur hotel manager Hannah recommends heading to Golding's Free Dive, this quirky bar oozes charm and works in partnership with laneway neighbours Pizza Pomodoro. Order at the bar and they'll bring your wood-fired Neapolitan pizza to you.\n\n"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2FHANNAH-FREE-GUIDES.png?alt=media&token=7560cd07-7dc9-40a5-86cb-ca314c813fa3"}]},{"address":"Iko Iko","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_8.mp3?alt=media&token=868e0f39-4acc-40b4-84e1-84e1eb318399","placeId":"ChIJ2UnTgdevOG0RSBVBO_cowYE","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.12815780971413496,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.29302231394774,"longitude":174.7758553},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJ2UnTgdevOG0RSBVBO_cowYE"}},{"type":"text","content":"We've now arrived at Cuba Street, Wellington's most colourful and bohemian street. With heritage buildings, countless dining options and eclectic shops."},{"type":"text","content":"Why not stock up on souvenirs and gifts at Iko Iko, an independent family-owned and operated business, they started out as a tiny stall in 1994 at a Wellington market before moving into Cuba Street."}]},{"address":"Bucket Fountain","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_9.mp3?alt=media&token=28bf14d3-875d-44e4-ba50-b0ecf28362e5","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.29225571394734,"longitude":174.77629330000002},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"formatted_address":"Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand","types":["establishment","point_of_interest"],"partial_match":true,"geometry":{"viewport":{"east":174.7776422802915,"south":-41.29360468029149,"north":-41.2909067197085,"west":174.7749443197085},"location":{"lng":174.7762933,"lat":-41.2922557},"location_type":"GEOMETRIC_CENTER"},"address_components":[{"types":["political","sublocality","sublocality_level_1"],"short_name":"Te Aro","long_name":"Te Aro"},{"types":["locality","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["country","political"],"short_name":"NZ","long_name":"New Zealand"},{"types":["postal_code"],"short_name":"6011","long_name":"6011"}],"plus_code":{"compound_code":"PQ5G+3G Wellington, New Zealand","global_code":"4VCPPQ5G+3G"},"place_id":"ChIJWTNZ0wKvOG0ReEbZpbrNQjs"}},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fbucket%20fountain.jpeg?alt=media&token=9b5288c3-9f0a-4f46-9a95-184b048b47b4"},{"type":"text","content":"While visiting Cuba Street, you can't miss the Bucket Fountain. This kinetic work of art, active since 1969, is just like Wellington, an unpredictable, colourful spectacle."},{"type":"text","content":"Watch out when taking a photo, many an unsuspecting visitor has been splashed over the years!"}]},{"address":"The Arborist Rooftop Bar","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_10.mp3?alt=media&token=cdada011-3bed-4f26-85e7-edec8b1f3466","placeId":"ChIJU5pn0devOG0Rf3wD3nNJbAA","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.18501439196141306,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.2906754639466,"longitude":174.77378274999998},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJU5pn0devOG0Rf3wD3nNJbAA"}},{"type":"text","content":"From Cuba Street, we'll now take a stroll along Dixon Street. On the corner of Dixon and Willis Street, you'll find The Arborist, head upstairs to the rooftop where frozen cocktails and spritzers are their speciality in this hidden rooftop garden."}]},{"address":"Majestic Centre","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_11.mp3?alt=media&token=2c9c4800-444d-4977-91ba-ace9e24f8ad0","placeId":"ChIJ0_x3DdavOG0RzMtNsm4f0sE","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.18501439196141306,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.2886199139456,"longitude":174.77494910000001},"media":[{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Frita-corner-of-bond-and-willis.jpg?alt=media&token=fc865c43-c4d6-40cb-9a41-6281d5b57026"},{"type":"text","content":"Continue along Willis Street and you'll find the towering Majestic Centre on the corner of Willis and Bond."},{"type":"text","content":"But it's not the tower that we're here to see, with the Majestic Centre behind you, cast your eyes over to Bond Street where you'll see a large-scale mural of Rita Angus looking out over the street."},{"type":"text","content":"Rita Angus (1908-70) is one of New Zealand's most famous artists and was also the Aunt of our Managing Director Warwick Angus!"},{"type":"text","content":"Reproductions of her works also feature across the floors of Bolton Hotel, we even have a mural on the side of the hotel itself of 'Rutu' one of her most recognisable works."},{"type":"text","content":"We'll now continue down Willis Street, turning left onto Lambton Quay as we continue our tour. These are both great streets for shopping too."}]},{"address":"Wellington Cable Car","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_12.mp3?alt=media&token=c89e0416-c3f6-4134-b850-3df9fb2617aa","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.28424601394348,"longitude":174.7752692},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"formatted_address":"280 Lambton Quay, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand","types":["establishment","point_of_interest","tourist_attraction"],"partial_match":true,"geometry":{"viewport":{"east":174.7766181802915,"south":-41.2855949802915,"north":-41.2828970197085,"west":174.7739202197085},"location":{"lng":174.7751534,"lat":-41.2842404},"location_type":"ROOFTOP"},"address_components":[{"types":["street_number"],"short_name":"280","long_name":"280"},{"types":["route"],"short_name":"Lambton Quay","long_name":"Lambton Quay"},{"types":["political","sublocality","sublocality_level_1"],"short_name":"Wellington Central","long_name":"Wellington Central"},{"types":["locality","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["country","political"],"short_name":"NZ","long_name":"New Zealand"},{"types":["postal_code"],"short_name":"6011","long_name":"6011"}],"plus_code":{"compound_code":"PQ8G+83 Wellington, New Zealand","global_code":"4VCPPQ8G+83"},"place_id":"ChIJM6dtYyywOG0Rk0fEcHeKMpc"}},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fwellington%20cable%20car.jpeg?alt=media&token=8bf0422c-1f7d-40b7-b6f3-e0f5b3c47e95"},{"type":"text","content":"Linking the CBD with the historic suburb of Kelburn, Wellington's iconic red cable cars have ferried commuters, students and tourists for over 120 years.\n\nIt's now a must-do activity for any visitor to the city. The 5-minute journey travels through three tunnels and over three bridges, rising to 120 metres above sea level offering spectacular views of the city, harbour, hills and beyond.\n\nCollect your ticket from the ticket office on Lambton Quay, it's down a small lane next to Mcdonald's (you can't miss it, there's a street sign with a red cable car atop it).\n\nFor this tour, you should only need a one-way ticket as we'll walk downhill through the Botanic Garden back to the hotel.\n\n"},{"type":"text","content":"Enjoy the ride!"}]},{"address":"Cable Car Museum","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_13.mp3?alt=media&token=3d17d1bf-5251-4cc6-b1f6-b8ac0e4ef515","placeId":"ChIJaVNJYyywOG0R8LmXKziPveU","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.12815780971413496,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.28547761394406,"longitude":174.7673834},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJaVNJYyywOG0R8LmXKziPveU"}},{"type":"text","content":"We've made it to the top! Take in the panoramic view of Wellington."},{"type":"text","content":"You can also learn more about the cable car's history in the Cable Car Museum, housed in the original winding house. Best of all, the entrance is free."},{"type":"text","content":"You can now enter the Wellington Botanic Gardens for the final part of our tour."}]},{"address":"Wellington Botanic Garden","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_14.mp3?alt=media&token=9273c49e-c77a-47da-9a61-8c5b25c7eeb0","placeId":null,"location":{"longitudeDelta":0.1773310700361052,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.28282269491841,"longitude":174.76574355},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"types":["establishment","park","point_of_interest","tourist_attraction"],"formatted_address":"Wellington Botanic Garden 101 Glenmore Street, Kelburn, Wellington 6012, New Zealand","partial_match":true,"geometry":{"viewport":{"east":174.7700734,"south":-41.2853444,"north":-41.2803006,"west":174.7614137},"location":{"lng":174.7666016,"lat":-41.28293619999999},"location_type":"ROOFTOP"},"address_components":[{"types":["establishment","park","point_of_interest","tourist_attraction"],"short_name":"Wellington Botanic Garden","long_name":"Wellington Botanic Garden"},{"types":["street_number"],"short_name":"101","long_name":"101"},{"types":["route"],"short_name":"Glenmore St","long_name":"Glenmore Street"},{"types":["political","sublocality","sublocality_level_1"],"short_name":"Kelburn","long_name":"Kelburn"},{"types":["locality","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["administrative_area_level_1","political"],"short_name":"Wellington","long_name":"Wellington"},{"types":["country","political"],"short_name":"NZ","long_name":"New Zealand"},{"types":["postal_code"],"short_name":"6012","long_name":"6012"}],"plus_code":{"compound_code":"PQ88+RJ Wellington, New Zealand","global_code":"4VCPPQ88+RJ"},"place_id":"ChIJPaSvMdOxOG0REKudJGLvAA8"}},{"type":"text","content":"To finish, we'll take a downhill stroll through Wellington Botanic Garden. \n\nThis sprawling 25 hectares comprises of a series of curated collections and has been recognised as a Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture.\n"},{"type":"text","content":"A map of the gardens can be found at the link below. We recommend following the orange 'Downhill walk' trail."},{"type":"link","title":"Botanic Gardens Map","content":"https://wellingtongardens.nz/assets/Documents/wellington-botanic-garden-map.pdf"},{"type":"text","content":"\nFollowing the downhill walk, you'll come across several sights and curated gardens. Some highlights include:\n\n• Space Place, Wellington's observatory and planetarium."},{"type":"text","content":"\n• The Australian Garden, a collection of plants from our antipodean cousins."},{"type":"text","content":"\n• The Discovery Garden, a living classroom where children can learn about the surprising uses of plants."},{"type":"text","content":"\n• The Threatened Species Garden, a collection of New Zealand's most vulnerable native flora."},{"type":"text","content":"\n• The Fragrant Garden, this collection of aromatic flowers is a haven for bugs and bees."},{"type":"text","content":"• The Soundshell Lawn, this outdoor stage, lawn and gardens is the epicentre of Garden's Magic, a free concert series that takes place each January.\n"},{"type":"link","title":"Find out more about Gardens Magic","content":"https://wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-and-festivals/gardens-magic"},{"type":"text","content":"Our next stop is the Lady Norwood Rose Garden..."}]},{"address":"Lady Norwood Rose Garden","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_15.mp3?alt=media&token=1a7d009d-a6df-429a-9503-349950df181b","placeId":"ChIJT7E389SxOG0RN094HKC4CB0","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.12815780971413496,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.280331463941536,"longitude":174.76955410000002},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"formatted_address":"101 Glenmore Street, Kelburn, Wellington 6012, New Zealand","name":"Lady Norwood Rose Garden","html_attributions":[],"geometry":{"viewport":{"east":174.7709030802915,"south":-41.28168043029149,"north":-41.2789824697085,"west":174.7682051197085},"location":{"lng":174.7694493,"lat":-41.2805228}},"place_id":"ChIJT7E389SxOG0RN094HKC4CB0"}},{"type":"text","content":"With Anderson Park on your left, you'll find the Victorian-styled Lady Norwood Rose Garden on your right."},{"type":"text","content":"Home to over 300 varieties of roses, this garden is best viewed between November and March, though the glass Begonia House has displays throughout the year."},{"type":"text","content":"Our tour is coming to an end. Follow the City to Sea Walkway then enter Kinross Street before taking a left to Bolton Street."}]},{"address":"Bolton Hotel","ttsFile":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Ftts_16.mp3?alt=media&token=cbf1cf06-7d7f-41ce-a31b-b50a2768d844","placeId":"ChIJsy_6QSquOG0RD1U0549UuQE","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.18593639059244998,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-41.27925321394102,"longitude":174.77463854999996},"media":[{"type":"place","content":{"place_id":"ChIJsy_6QSquOG0RD1U0549UuQE"}},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2FwCttx489MVT5ADFCbEE9%2Fbolton%203.jpg?alt=media&token=371cf70d-2e60-44ef-89a0-fa232d4c3207"},{"type":"text","content":"It's been a pleasure sharing the city's gems with you and we conclude our journey back at Bolton Hotel."},{"type":"text","content":"Whether you're staying in one of our rooms, or just visiting from elsewhere, we welcome you to join us in Artisan restaurant on level one, I'm sure you'll have worked up an appetite after today's tour!"}]}]