New Zealand's past and
Where culture meets
The Auckland War Memorial Museum, located in the Auckland Domain, is a place where you can delve deeply into New Zealand’s history and culture. It vividly displays New Zealand’s heritage, covering not only Maori traditions and art, but also natural and military history. Established in 1852, it is one of the oldest museums in New Zealand and offers an unforgettable experience through a variety of exhibitions and educational programs.
At the Auckland War Memorial Museum
Encountering New Zealand's Heritage
Visit the Auckland War Memorial Museum, one of New Zealand's top museums! Here, you can delve deeply into New Zealand's history, including the Maori tribe's ecosystem and a valuable collection of Pacific artefacts. The three-story museum features a variety of exhibits that allow you to easily and interestingly learn about New Zealand's story, and the beautiful views of the island from the museum are a must-see. Enjoy a special experience at this must-see attraction in Auckland!
Main exhibitions and attractions
Maori Cultural Exhibition:
Maori Cultural Exhibition: Experience the unique culture of the Maori people through their history, art and traditional crafts. In particular, the traditional Marae and the huge war canoe Waka Taua are must-sees.
Natural History Exhibition:
This is an exhibition space that introduces New Zealand's ecosystem and natural environment. Feel the mystery of New Zealand's nature through various exhibits such as dinosaur fossils, bones of the extinct giant bird Moa, and rare birds!
Military History Exhibition:
It covers New Zealand's war history, and exhibits artifacts and materials related to major wars such as World War I and World War II. You can learn the lessons of history through records of war participation and traces of war.
address :
Auckland War Memorial Museum
The Auckland Domain, Parnell
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Hours of operation:
Galleries and Exhibitions
Daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Christmas, ANZAC Day: Closed
library
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sundays and public holidays: Closed
cafe
Daily 9:30am - 5:00pm
souvenir shop
Daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
※ Operating hours may vary depending on the season, so please check the official website before visiting.
The Auckland Domain, Parnell