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The debating chamber during question time.
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Welcome to New Zealand Parliament, the home of democracy in New Zealand, and one of the most iconic sets of buildings in Wellington. We have a range of ways to visit New Zealand's Parliament, read below to find out more.

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Planning your visit

The New Zealand Parliament is open for everyone to visit. Find out when we're open and how you can visit us. When you visit, please keep in mind we are a security conscious environment, which is for everyone's safety. We have facilities and people to assist with your accessibility needs.

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    Guided Tours

    Guided tours of Parliament are available seven days per week, and are the perfect way to get an inside look at how Parliament works with our knowledgeable tour guides.

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    Public Gallery

    The public galleries of the debating chamber are open to the public at any time when the House is sitting. From the public galleries, you can watch the MPs as they answer questions, debate the issues of the day, and vote on legislation.

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    Watch select committees

    A number of select committees are open for you to attend. You're welcome to watch select committees work on topics that affect everyone. Find out which select committees are open to the public and how to visit.

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    Visitor Centre

    Parliament's Visitor Centre is in the ground floor of the Beehive. Our friendly Visitor Centre team can be found here and can answer your questions about tours, exhibitions, select committee hearings, and watching Parliament meet.

  • A brown korowai, worn by Dame Whina Cooper, stands in front of a white and blue kahu huruhuru presented to Prime Minister Rt Hon Jacinda Arden

    Art and Objects at Parliament

    Parliament celebrates artists across Aotearoa New Zealand, and has a Collection of its own. Take a look at the different ways you can experience the artworks and objects of exhibitions and the Parliamentary Collection.

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    Parliament Shop

    The New Zealand Parliament shop offers a range of exclusive gifts and souvenirs, inspired by the history, architecture, and procedures of Parliament.

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    Booking a visit to Parliament - what you need to know

    If you are coming to Parliament for a public tour, a school tour, a course for public servants or coming in to watch the House in action from the public gallery, this is the key information you need for booking your visit.

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    Experience Parliament virtually

    Learn about our range of Kiwi-designed virtual reality experiences that put you right at the heart of New Zealand’s Parliament, wherever in the country you are.

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