Old St Paul's
A Gothic Revival timber church built in 1866 entirely from native New Zealand wood, with a warm, refined timber vault and stained glass.
Designed by clergyman-architect Frederick Thatcher, it is a leading example of colonial-era Gothic timber churches. Local timbers such as rimu and kauri form boat-hull-like vaulted ceilings inside, and most of the stained glass windows are memorials. It is now managed by a heritage organisation and is no longer a parish church. Entry is free, though donations are welcome. It stands in the Thorndon district north of Parliament, about 5 minutes' walk from Parliament or the train station.
Opening hours
09:30–17:00 (may close during events)
Nearby sights
- The Beehive & Parliament Buildings
- Katherine Mansfield House & Garden
- Wellington Museum
- Wellington Waterfront & Oriental Bay
- City Gallery Wellington
- Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- Harbourside Market
- Wellington Cable Car & Botanic Garden