Churches

The New Zealand population is predominantly Christian, but followers of many religions will find places of worship in cities and larger towns.

All across New Zealand you’ll find beautiful churches in a mix of old heritage buildings and modern-style constructions. New Zealand’s oldest church, for example, is in Russell, while the Church of the Good Shepherd in Lake Tekapo is one of New Zealand’s most photographed buildings!

In Wellington you can admire St Paul’s, a magnificent piece of Gothic Revival architecture constructed entirely from native timber, and in Christchurch you can marvel at the stunning, old stone building of ChristChurch Cathedral – New Zealand’s most visited church! When in Whangarei you may want to seek out the Oruaiti Chapel, believed to be New Zealand’s (and even the world’s!) smallest church. Built from a single Kauri log in 1859, Oruaiti Chapel is still open for services on special occasions. You’ll also find beautiful country churches scattered the length of the country.