Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Tour | Wellington, New Zealand
Head to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa for a guided tour to learn more about the country's native animals as well as New Zealand's traditional culture and Māori lore.
- Follow the professional tour guide to learn more about Māori culture and history
- Enjoy interactive exhibits and experience the thrills of roller coasters and bungee jumping
- Learn more about the country's flora and fauna—and see the world's largest squid specimen
- Over 200,000 individual items on display
Options
[Regular tour] Introducing Te Papa Tour
Inclusions
Te Papa Tour at Museum of New Zealand
Exclusions
Personal expenses
Other expenses not mentioned above
Some short-term exhibitions and activities that requires extra fee
Additional Info
The 60-minute English tour provides a solid overview of the museum's highlights
What's included in Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Tour | Wellington, New Zealand
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Walk through marae ātea, a gathering place or assembly hall in Māori culture
Feel the ground shake in the Earthquake Room!
Check out the egg specimens of the long-extinct Dingo
Marvel at the colossal squid, the world's largest squid
— What You Can Expect —
The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa offers a comprehensive and enriching experience for visitors interested in New Zealand's natural history, cultures, and traditions. The museum is a merger of the national museum and art gallery, and its name, "Te Papa Tongarewa," means 'container of treasures' in Māori.
The exhibits include displays and artefacts from Māori culture, early Aboriginal cave dwellings, wood, paper, and stained glass art, as well as a focus on New Zealand's unique geography, seismic activity, and ecosystems. The Earthquake Room is a must-see feature. With over 2,500 species of native flora and fauna on display, visitors can see the world's largest squid specimen, the extinct dingo, and New Zealand's national treasure: the kiwi. Learning about the country's ecosystem helps visitors develop respect for nature and the environment.
Enjoy an educational and enriching experience for people of all ages at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa!
Inclusions
- Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- No refunds or rescheduling for late arrivals or no-shows
- Please refer to your voucher for further details
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Meeting / End Points
- Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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Purchase Summary
- Admission is free for children under the age of 5
- The museum is closed on Christmas Day (December 25)
- Please refer to the official website for latest update of opening time and exhibition information