Te Ngākau Civic Square is the public square at the heart of Wellington's civic precinct, on Wakefield Street in Wellington Central. Its name means the heart of the city in te reo Māori, and the square has long been where the city gathers for public events and cultural life.
The area is being restored. Projects are under way to make Te Ngākau more resilient after the earthquake damage that closed buildings around the square, and to bring it back as the civic and cultural heart of the city. Some parts may be closed or changing while the work goes on, so check before you go.
The square is a short walk from the waterfront and the rest of the central city. It suits a visit to the civic buildings, a stop between errands, or an outdoor break in the middle of town.