Photo of Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

Walking Tour of Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

Hear about the layers of history of Pukeahu, also known as Mt Cook.

Hear about the layers of history of Pukeahu, also known as Mt Cook. Meet at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior and visit sites of historic importance, learn about the early settlement by mana whenua, the military presence of the 1930s with the opening of the National War Memorial and the Dominion Museum Building, and all future developments to the NWM and the opening of Pukeahu in 2015. Visit all points of interest and understand the importance of this historic area to both Wellington and Aotearoa.

Health & Safety

Tours will be outdoors so wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Some spaces are shared with traffic, the guide will assist at all times. Sites are wheelchair accessible and parking is available behind the Australian Memorial or in Tory St.

Please wear good shoes and dress for the weather. The tour may be cancelled in bad weather.

Location
Meet at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior in Pukeahu National War Memorial Park, Buckle Street, Wellington

Regions

Wellington CBD

Tags

Walking Tour
Accessible

Event times

10am-12pm Mon 23 Oct


Free

10am-12pm Wed 25 Oct


Free

10am-12pm Fri 27 Oct


Free

10am-12pm Mon 30 Oct


Free

10am-12pm Wed 1 Nov


Free

10am-12pm Fri 3 Nov


Free

Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage

Pukeahu National War Memorial Park is the national place for New Zealanders to remember and reflect on this country’s experience of war, military conflict and peacekeeping, and how that experience shapes our ideals and sense of national identity. Created in 2015 to enhance the setting for the National War Memorial, the park is a public gathering space for ceremonial occasions. The park is also a place for memorials from countries with which New Zealand has a shared military heritage. Pukeahu is cared for by Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage.

Email: pukeahu@mch.govt.nz

Phone: 04 499 4229