Tours and Tickets to Experience New Zealand Parliament (Beehive)

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Visiting the New Zealand Parliament is free, with daily free guided tours available to explore public galleries and learn about the inner workings of Parliament. Some visitors include it in broader Wellington sightseeing tours, with shared tours starting around NZ$75 and private tours from NZ$310.

During a tour of the New Zealand Parliament, it’s possible to see the Beehive theatrette, the Parliamentary Library, the Grand Hall, and the Banquet Hall. The tour also visits the Debating Chamber, the Legislative Council Chamber, and includes a walk through the Galleria and the Select Committee rooms.

Yes, the New Zealand Parliament Building is accessible with ramps at entrances and accessible bathrooms. Guided tours are designed to ensure the routes are accessible and that there’s always an alternative to stairs available. The public gallery is accessible and signposted routes ensure easy navigation throughout the venue.

Yes, you can take photos inside the New Zealand Parliament Buildings, as long as you have permission from an official host of Parliament and the photos are for personal and non-commercial purposes. When visiting, it’s best to ask an official for the latest guidance before taking photos.

Yes, you can attend special events and sessions at New Zealand Parliament. The public galleries are open to the public at any time when the House is sitting. From here, you can watch MPs debating and voting on legislation. You can also observe select committee meetings or go on a guided tour.