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Daytime

Memorial Park Morning Walk

Start your day with a quiet stroll through Wellington’s central memorial grounds before the crowds arrive.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Caffe L’affare

    Pick up a coffee at Caffe L’affare. Its roastery supplies cafés across the country, and the morning light is perfect for a flat white.

  2. 09:07

    Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

    Walk to Pukeahu National War Memorial Park. Arrive as it opens to enjoy the Art Deco carillon and the Hall of Memories in relative silence.

  3. 09:30

    Logan Brown

    Head to Logan Brown for lunch. Housed in a historic banking chamber, it offers a substantial meal with mains around $40.

  4. 10:30

    Frank Kitts Park

    End your morning at Frank Kitts Park. Wander the walls, watch the water, and let the day settle before you head home.

Local tip

Caffe L’affare is open from 07:00 on weekdays, so you can catch the early rush or enjoy a quieter cup. Logan Brown is open for lunch daily, but arriving by 12:00 ensures you get a table without waiting.

Check before you go

  • Caffe L’affare hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-16:00; Sa 08:00-16:00; Su 09:00-16:00.
  • Pukeahu National War Memorial Park is always open, but the Hall of Memories is open daily 10AM-5PM.

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