William Wakefield Memorial, Wellington

Name: William Wakefield Memorial
Address: Wellington, New Zealand

#48 among attractions in Wellington

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The William Wakefield Memorial is a rare New Zealand example of an early memorial commemorating one of the original European settlers. It was ordered in 1850, some time after the death of William Wakefield, an important but controversial agent for the New Zealand Company. It was not put up until 1882, but even after then, it was rare to commemorate settlers with a memorial. Originally placed in the Basin Reserve, the main cricket ground in Wellington, it was relocated to outside the cricket ground, before being restored in 2006 by Wellington City Council and placed close to its original location. ()

Completed: 1882 (142 years ago)Coordinates: 41°18'2"S, 174°46'52"E

Address

Lambton Ward (Mt. Cook)Wellington New Zealand

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William Wakefield Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Cuba Street, Courtenay Place, Embassy Theatre.

0.7 miN
Museum, Art museum
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington
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Shopping, Shopping district
Cuba Street, Wellington
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0.5 miN
Shopping, Shopping district
Courtenay Place, Wellington
13 min walk • Courtenay Place is the beating heart of Wellington's entertainment district, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and a favorite haunt for both locals and tourists. Nestled in the capital city of New Zealand, this bustling shopping district is a melting pot of culture...
0.5 miN
Nightlife, Cinema, Cafe
Embassy Theatre, Wellington
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wellington, New Zealand, the Embassy Theatre stands as a historic icon of cinema and entertainment. This classic movie theatre, originally opened in 1924, has been the centerpiece of the city's film culture for nearly a century.
0.8 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
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~1230 ftNW
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Specialty museum
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0.5 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Hannah Playhouse, Wellington
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0.6 miNW
Fountain, Sculpture
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0.8 miN
Theater, Civic center, Convention center
Wellington Town Hall, Wellington
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0.5 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
St. James Theatre, Wellington
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0.7 miN
Park, Event space, Playground
Waitangi Park, Wellington
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to William Wakefield Memorial?

Nearby attractions include New Zealand Cricket Museum, Wellington (3 min walk), Dominion Museum building, Wellington (6 min walk), National War Memorial, Wellington (6 min walk), Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, Wellington (7 min walk).

How to get to William Wakefield Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to William Wakefield Memorial:

Train

Lambton (30 min walk)
Talavera (31 min walk)

Ferry

Wellington Harbour Ferry (31 min walk)

Bus

Kilbirnie - Stop C • Lines: 3 (36 min walk)
Kilbirnie - Stop A • Lines: 2, 20, 24, 91 (36 min walk)