Experience the vibrant culture, natural wonders, and powerful stories of New Zealand at Te Papa Tongarewa, where interactive exhibits and living traditions create an unforgettable journey.
Explore Te Taiao | Nature, where you can experience an earthquake in the famous Quake House, marvel at the world's only colossal squid on display, and learn how to protect Aotearoa’s unique wildlife.
Visit the stunning Rongomaraeroa Marae, a beautifully carved modern Māori meeting place open to all, where you can experience living culture and art under one roof.
Walk through temporary exhibitions that change throughout the year, like Karetao-puoro and He Kaupapa Waka, offering fresh experiences from art and photography to science and innovation.
Step inside Mana Whenua and immerse yourself in the rich stories, treasured objects, and cultural traditions of the Māori people, including an actual meeting house that brings history to life.
About the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa:
The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is located on the waterfront in Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand. The city is recognised for its working harbour, public institutions, and steady cultural development, providing the setting for the museum’s work. Te Papa, meaning “Our Place” in Māori, brings together the country’s natural environment, cultural heritage, and history through a combination of permanent and temporary exhibitions.
The museum features exhibits and collections that tell the history of the region and its inhabitants. With an emphasis on Māori identity and tradition, the Mana Whenua exhibition features artefacts and stories that highlight the relationship between people and place. Large-scale sculptures and personal accounts are used in the Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War exhibition to illustrate New Zealand's involvement in the First World War. The museum’s natural history sections include the opportunity to experience an earthquake simulation and to view the world’s only colossal squid on display.
Te Papa is made to be easily accessible to a variety of tourists. The majority of the spaces are wheelchair accessible. Additionally, the museum offers temporary exhibitions that change throughout the year and guided tours. Te Papa offers an opportunity to interact with the stories that have shaped New Zealand's past and present through its diverse exhibits.
Operational Timings: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM