Street cuba


One of the most famous streets of New Zealand's capital city Wellington is the street Cuba. Its name was given in honor of the ship of the same name, which in 1840 year, came to the coast of the future state, bringing here immigrants from Europe.

A bit of history

At one time, trams ran along Cuba Street, but more than 50 years ago the city authorities decided to dismantle the tramway. Today, the street is the center of the capital, the busiest, but only pedestrian. Tourists are attracted to the fact that Cuba is in the heart of the historic center of Wellington .

The presence of many architectural and other attractions led to the fact that in 1995 the street was officially recognized as the Historic Value of New Zealand .

Modern life

Currently, Cuba is an ideal place for a leisurely promenade, both residents of the capital and guests of Wellington. There are many cultural and commercial sites here:

It's no wonder that Cuba Street attracts people of art in the first place, which gives it even more color. In addition, the Carnival of the same name is regularly held here.

Every day you can observe the performances of street musicians, and often there are protesters and other public figures who are trying to draw attention to a particular issue.

Note that at one time Cuba attracted a lot of homeless people, but the ban on the sale and drinking of alcoholic beverages in this district of the city significantly reduced their number.

But young people and students are almost the main contingent strolling along the street, which is due to the large number of student hostels located nearby.

How to get there?

It is possible to get to Cuba Street on several public transport routes. In particular, there are buses 24, 92, 93 (you need to leave at Wakefield Street - Michael Fowler Center), as well as buses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 13, 14, 20, 21 , 22, 23, 30 (a stop called Manners Street at Cuba Street).