Auckland Museum: Māori and Pacific Treasures

Discover a unique collection of Māori and Pacific treasures at Auckland Museum. Skip the line and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Auckland Museum - Housed in one of the country’s finest heritage buildings, the Museum’s three floors tell the story of New Zealand. From the great Polynesian voyages which first brought people to Aotearoa, to the diverse cultures and communities that make up Auckland today, Auckland Museum portrays the rich diversity of New Zealand.
What's Included
  • All fees and taxes
  • Skip-the-line General Admission to Auckland Museum
What's Not Included
  • Access to special ticketed exhibitions
  • Guided tours (available to purchase on site)
Additional Information

Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum is an essential destination for those eager to explore our vibrant culture. The Museum narrates the story of New Zealand, its role in the Pacific, and its people.
Auckland Museum is located in a historic building set within a peaceful park, offering stunning views of the harbor. It is a place to explore and learn about…

Location
Auckland Museum
The Auckland Domain, Parnell
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Dean_w
Mar 3, 2026
Well done museum, amazing... - Well done museum, amazing collection of artifacts from the past. Well organized & a great place to have lunch.
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David_b
Jan 19, 2026
Must See in Auckland - Great place to see history of New Zealand and military past in one place. This is a combination of a museum of New Zealand and a solemn witness to New Zealand’s military past.
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Fredls3120tp
Jan 7, 2026
Museum - Excellent displays with good information. 3 floors with quality items. I really liked the two Airplane displays. A lot of mouri information
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Rie_e
Dec 16, 2025
It is a wonderful facility that expresses the historical facts head on. - It is a wonderful museum that shows Māori culture and history, and a national attitude towards dignity as a people. I was impressed by their willingness to tell the truth without romanticizing war or Māori culture. I liked the fact that it conveyed volcanoes not only in terms of spirituality but also in terms of geologic aspects. I hope to visit again someday.
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Pioneer05887863920
Dec 2, 2025
visit santa study christmas - What a cool experience we had to visit the special Santa's Study" event. It was excellent and an affordable experience. The elf and Santa were amazing, the decor and atmosphere were great too. Always love the museum but this was really sweet and super acting from the staff of the museum.
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Adventure54645730780
Sep 16, 2025
Great - Great place filled with lots to see, easy and lots of parking, just straight into a park right in the parking building at the museum, got a bit lost sometimes and the place is huge, but worth being lost
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K9567fugeorger
Aug 14, 2025
A Must-Visit for Culture Stunning Views - The building itself is stunning, and the views over the city and harbour from the front steps are worth the visit alone. If you have time, the live Māori cultural performance absolutely worth seeing it. The museum is family-friendly, with interactive areas for kids, and there’s a café and gift shop on site. Staff were helpful and welcoming, and everything was well maintained and easy to navigate.
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I6867lkcarolem
Dec 31, 2025
Great Exhibits. Dysfunctional skip the line process. - We still had to stand in line to redeem our skip the line passes. A bit crowded on New Year’s Eve with families. Exhibits were informative and well designed.
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Lionheart1261
Dec 17, 2025
Some hours at museum in Auckland - A very big museum grouping not only war, but also ethnographic and natural museum. Museum name is a bit deceiving: I went there primarily to see a couple of WW2 exhibit airplanes (Zero and Spitfire) and had the nice surprise to find a lot of other interesting exhibits among them a "doodle bug bomb" the V1 the Nazis launched towards UK. Very interesting halls depicting the Māori history and culture, as well as halls with of Aotearoa present and extinct fauna. One hall devoted to the geological formation of Aotearoa, with a live demonstration of an earthquake... So for the visitor three hours won't be enough, better consider half a day. Nice coffee shop at the end of the tour will serve cakes and a great cappuccino!
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Lisa_h
Oct 5, 2025
It's a lovely looking... - It's a lovely looking museum. Well laid out. Unfortunately most of the spaces we really wanted to see were closed for maintenance. We found some spaces frustrating because there was little to no information about some artefacts in the child area, and also no information about some artefacts unless you used a computer. This meant you had to wait to read about things at once rather than move along amongst others. Staff were very friendly.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).