Parliament Buildings - Beehive Parliamentary House and Library

A visit to the Capital City would not be complete without a visit to NZ's beautifully refurbished Parliament Buildings. Located in the historic suburb of Thorndon, the complex is made up of three architecturally distinctive buildings: the Edwardian neo-classical Parliament House, the Victorian Gothic Parliamentary Library and the unique 1970’s style Beehive building. Free entry.

Open hours:
Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 3 pm
Sunday 12pm - 3 pm
Closed: New Year's Day & 2 January, Waitangi Day, Good Friday, Christmas & Boxing Day.

Private tours (10 or more) can be pre-booked by arrangement. Free guided tours leave on the hour.

Type: Educational, Heritage & Nationhood

Additional price information:

Free entry, free guided tours leave on the hour

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