Self-guided Tour of Truby King Park

This Festival event runs from the 18th October to the 9th November 2025.


Discover the hidden history of Truby King Park—scan, stroll, and uncover stories with your smartphone.

Step into a garden full of stories, some inspiring, some surprising. From cherry trees and hospital wards to the people who shaped New Zealand’s early healthcare, follow the QR trail to uncover the layers of Truby King Park’s past.


Cost: Free

Event info here: https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/event/self-guided-tour-of-truby-king-park-25/


Health & Safety:
This is a self-guided experience. Please explore within your limits. Wear good shoes and dress for the weather.

Parts of the park may be cordoned off for your safety. Please respect the cordons. Paths and steps may be slippery when wet.

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