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Old St Paul's Guided Tour
Sightseeing
- Wellington - City
Old St Paul's is a unique old cathedral nestled in the heart of Wellington's heritage precinct. Constructed entirely of native timbers, it is a unique example of Gothic Revival architecture - renowned for its vaulted arches and unique timber design throughout the world. Old St Paul's stands on a site that was formerly part of Pipitea Pa. Between 1866 - 1964 Old St Paul's served as the parish church of Thorndon and the Anglican Cathedral of Wellington. During World War II the United States Marines used Old St. Paul's as a place of worship during their time in New Zealand. This wooden church has a special place in the hearts of many visitors from around the world. Old St Paul's remains a place of spiritual significance to many and has become a popular venue for a wide variety of cultural events. A charming little gift shop and all-year-around-Christmas cave inside Wellington's beautiful Old St Paul's adds to its unique atmosphere. The property is cared for and maintained by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Check out Old St Paul's to behold the fascinating architecture with your own eyes, sit quietly in the churches peaceful atmosphere or let one of our friendly guides tell you a few of the many quirky stories that contribute to the history of this magnificent building. Guided Tour $7.50 per person Embark on a guided tour of Old St Paul's and explore one of New Zealand's most significant historic buildings. Listen to the story of this unique Gothic Revival style church constructed entirely of native New Zealand timber. Learn about the symbolic art and architecture here at Old St Paul's and marvel at the beautiful stained glass windows. Our knowledgeable guides ensure that all visitors experience a memorable visit to Old St Paul's and enjoy the wonderful and sometimes quirky stories of the church and its people on their journey from colony to independent nation. They will also take you to the secrets and the hidden features of this amazing building. Entry by donation Admission charges apply for groups of 10 or more. Please contact us for details. Guided tours $7.50 pp/20-30mins(please book in advance). Guided tours can be tailored to your group's specific interests (eg: Stained glass windows /U.S. Marines involvement with Old St Paul's/music/early Wellington history/architecture...) Contact us to discuss your requirements. Opening Hours Daily 9:30am - 5pm Closed Christmas Day, Good Friday and for short periods during private functions. |
Address
34 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011
34 Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011
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