Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Tākina is located at 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011. View on Google Maps(external link).

For information on upcoming exhibitions at Tākina, please contact takinaexhibitions@wellingtonnz.com or fill in the contact form.(external link)

Tākina is conveniently located near several parking options:

• The Te Papa carpark(external link) across Cable Street. Parking your car at Te Papa helps to support the mahi of Aotearoa New Zealand's national museum.
• Directly across Wakefield Street, you'll also find Reading on Wakefield(external link) (open all-day Monday-Sunday) and Barnett Street car park(external link) (open Monday-Sunday).
• For other options close by, have a look at (external link)Parkopedia(external link).

Within a 5 minute walk from Tākina there are 7 hotels, ranging from 3 to 5 stars, offering a total of 680 rooms. The closest hotel is the QT Wellington. Within a 5-20 minute walk from the convention centre there are an additional 28 hotels.

Situated on Wellington's scenic waterfront, Tākina offers close walking proximity to Oriental Bay, harbour views, green spaces, and a vibrant selection of restaurants, bars, museums, galleries and retail outlets in the heart of Wellington's cultural precinct.

Directly opposite Tākina is Te Papa, New Zealand's national museum. Te Papa is a world-class bicultural institution featuring award-winning exhibitions, the national art collection, and taonga (treasures) of the nation. Visitors can explore exhibitions celebrating New Zealand's unique natural environment or discover cultural exhibitions, providing both inspiration and an authentic connection to Aotearoa New Zealand.

Certified assistance dogs are allowed in the venue when assisting a person with a disability. Please ensure the dog wears the appropriate coat and has a valid ID card.