The 2026 tour will feature beautiful and unique gardens in the Southern Wairarapa. Garden locations will be released in July.
Across two days (Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November), the Wairarapa Garden Tour invites you to discover a hand-picked selection of the region’s finest private gardens. As a self-guided experience, you’re free to move at your own pace, following a route that suits your day.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll gain access to at least a dozen properties, many rarely – if ever – open to the public. From historic country estates to contemporary spaces shaped by modern design, every stop brings something different to enjoy.
The 2026 tour spans South Wairarapa, with locations across Featherston, Martinborough, Greytown, Gladstone and surrounding areas.
Proudly presented by Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre, the Wairarapa Garden Tour is its largest annual fundraiser. Every ticket helps support vital work protecting and restoring native wildlife for future generations.
Gain insights from passionate gardeners who have nurtured these landscapes into works of art.
Exclusive Workshops
Market Fair
Parking will either be in the streets surrounding each garden (for town properties) or near-by paddocks (country properties). Keep and eye out for signage and parking staff to direct you.
Locally-sourced and home-made refreshments will be available in selected gardens and BYO picnics are welcome in some gardens. These will be clearly marked on the tour map.
Bring your own picnics are welcome. Suitable gardens will be marked on the tour map.
Children are welcome.
Public facilities are available in each town and are well signposted. Gardens with on-site toilets will be clearly marked on the tour map.
The Market Fair
Indulge in delectable local cuisine and beverages and shop quality local handicrafts amidst picturesque surroundings.
Cash sales of plants available in selected gardens.
The 2026 tour will feature beautiful and unique gardens in the Southern Wairarapa. Garden locations will be released in July.
Gardens to visit is a collection of New Zealand's most beautiful gardens that open to the public.
