Nairn Street Cottage, Wellington

Name: Nairn Street Cottage
Address: 68 Nairn Street, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 4-384 9122

#42 among attractions in Wellington

Museum, Specialty museum

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Nairn Street Cottage is Wellington's oldest original cottage. It was originally built by the Wallis family, who lived in the cottage for three generations. Tours of the cottage are available to hear about these early British colonists and their descendants, and the garden is open daily during daylight hours. Nairn Street Cottage is classified as a "Category 1" historic place by Heritage New Zealand. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1858 (166 years ago)Coordinates: 41°17'58"S, 174°46'12"E

Address

68 Nairn StreetLambton Ward (Mt. Cook)Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Contact

+64 4-384 9122

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Nairn Street Cottage – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cuba Street, Willis Street, Courtenay Place, Embassy Theatre.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Nairn Street Cottage open?

Nairn Street Cottage is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday closed
Friday closed
Saturday 12 pm - 4 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Nairn Street Cottage?

Nearby attractions include William Booth Memorial Training College, Wellington (6 min walk), National War Memorial, Wellington (10 min walk), Dominion Museum building, Wellington (10 min walk), Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, Wellington (10 min walk).

How to get to Nairn Street Cottage by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nairn Street Cottage:

Train

Kelburn (25 min walk)
Talavera (26 min walk)

Ferry

Wellington Harbour Ferry (31 min walk)