Otari-Wilton's Bush is the only public botanic gardens in New Zealand, dedicated solely to native plants. Otari-Wilton's Bush is located on Wilton Road, 5km from the city centre.

Otari-Wilton’s Bush was originally covered with dense podocarp broadleaf forest. Maori used the forest for hunting and the name Otari means Place of Snares.

The Garden is a unique plant sanctuary and forest reserve and includes 100ha of native forest and 5ha of plant collections. Some of Wellington's oldest trees are here, including an 800 year old rimu.

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Otari-Wilton's Bush is Wellington's native-only botanic garden. It's not far from central wellington, so transport isn't a huge issue. There are BBQs and picnic sites free for use. This is a great place to take both locals, and people from out of town!