The Beehive is the common name for the Executive Wing of New Zealand Parliament Buildings, located at the corner of Molesworth Street and Lambton Quay, Wellington. It is so-called because its shape is reminiscent of that of a traditional woven form of beehive known as a skep. It is registered as a Category I heritage building by Heritage New Zealand.
Construction began in 1969 and was completed in 1981. Since 1979, the building has housed the offices of government ministers. Thus, the name "Beehive" is closely linked with the New Zealand Government. It is often used as a metonym for the New Zealand leadership at large, with "the 9th floor" specifically referring to the office of the prime minister, which is based on that floor. Cabinet meets on the top floor.
Tours:
Daily: 10 am - 4 pm
It is strongly advised to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour. Booking in advance is not necessary for individual visitors.
Closed on: Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Jan 2, Waitangi Day (Feb 6), Good Friday.
The tours are free of charge.
Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beehive_(New_Zealand)
Official website http://www.beehive.govt.nz/
More Information http://www.parliament.nz/en-nz/about-parliament/visiting/tours/00VisitVisitingTours1/tours-and-educational-visits
Phone +64 4 817 9999
Address Molesworth Street, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Coordinates -41°16'41.772" N 174°46'37.794" E
