New Zealand has a great selection of museums, including New Zealand history museums, New Zealand military museums, New Zealand sports museums, New Zealand themed museums and New Zealand transport museums. New Zealand museum attractions and activities Web site listings.

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New Zealand has a great selection of museums, including history museums, military museums, sports museums, themed museums and transport museums.

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  • ARMY MUSEUM WAIOURU - North Island

    Visitors can be inspired by real life soldier's stories, discover New Zealand's military history, and reflect on how conflict has shaped our nation. Open daily 9:00 am – 4:30 pm (except Christmas Day). Facilities: Rations Café, gift shop, research centre, guided tours, Memorial Greenstone Wall, educational programmes and picnic area...(more)

  • BURIED VILLAGE - Rotorua

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    Violent and unexpected, the eruption of the Tarawera volcano during the early hours of June 10, 1886, was New Zealand's greatest natural disaster. Today you can enjoy living history at Rotorua's Buried Village and inspect the place where nature displayed her most fierce and unforgiving forces. This museum covers several acres of an historic site...(more)

  • CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN - Lower Waitakere, Auckland

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    World-class crystal and mineral museum set in the foothills of the Waitakere ranges, just a 20-minute drive from Auckland City. Amazing fossils, the biggest and most unusual selection of crystals and minerals in New Zealand, selected from around the world. Scrumptious café, farm animals and children's playgrounds. Group tours welcome...(more)

  • HOWICK HISTORICAL VILLAGE - East Auckland

    Relax in the tranquil and rustic surroundings of an 1850s settlement. This living museum is on a five-acre site, and includes 30 buildings set up to show life as it was in early Auckland. Wander at your own pace, chat to our costumed staff, and savour the home cooked food at the Homestead Café. Open seven days...(more)

  • MUSEUM OF TRANSPORT & TECHNOLOGY - Auckland

    Within 40 acres in Auckland, MOTAT will take you on an interactive journey of many of the technological achievements that have helped shape New Zealand. Hands-on science area. Tram and steam train rides. Aircraft displays. Classic cars, fire engines, motorbikes. Victorian village. Touring exhibitions all year round!..(more)

  • NEW ZEALAND NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM - Auckland

    Experience New Zealand's rich maritime heritage in one of the world's finest maritime museums. Each of the 14 galleries draws you in from the epic adventures of the first voyagers, to our coastal traders and the recent achievements of our sporting heroes. Enjoy a guided tour or experience a heritage harbour cruise...(more)

  • OLVESTON - Dunedin

    Few historic houses can offer such integrity through their originality as Olveston. We involve the visitor in feeling very much a part of the experience as a guest in the family home. The Olveston experience is a very personal one...(more)

  • OTAGO MUSEUM - Dunedin

    Begin your journey in Southern New Zealand at Dunedin's most visited attraction — Otago Museum. Discover the richness of the southern region through our outstanding collections and encounter live butterflies and hot-weather inhabitants in the Discovery World Tropical Forest. Whether you have an hour to spare or a day to enjoy, you'll find something to inspire, enlighten or excite you...(more)

  • RICCARTON HOUSE & BUSH - Christchurch

    Join a guided tour through a world of Victorian and Edwardian splendour, offering you a glimpse of days gone by around every corner. This grand homestead, begun in 1856, was the home of Canterbury's pioneering Deans family for 91 years. Take a stroll through the last surviving remnant of ancient kahikitea forest that once covered the Canterbury Plains...(more)

  • ROTORUA MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY - Rotorua

    Where great stories begin... Discover the essence of Rotorua: its people, culture, and volcanic landscape. Explore Rotorua Museum's innovative exhibitions and learn about the dramatic events and legendary figures that have shaped this fascinating region. The exhibitions are brought to life with two exciting cinema experiences and regular guided tours...(more)

  • TE MANAWA MUSEUM - PALMERSTON NORTH

    Te Manawa is a regional cultural centre where art, heritage and science themes dominate. Our exhibitions explore the past; seek to inform today and pose questions about tomorrow. We host international touring shows and home grown exhibits that celebrate the joys and challenges of provincial life. These are supported by education programmes, special events, performances and workshops...(more)

  • TE PAPA - NEW ZEALAND'S NATIONAL MUSEUM - Wellington

    Te Papa, New Zealand's national museum, tells the great stories of our past, present and future. Over 20 galleries house imaginative exhibitions and interactive experiences that explore New Zealand's unique natural environment, dynamic art heritage, fascinating history and the vitality of Mäori culture. Open every day 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (9:00 pm Thursdays). Free admission...(more)

 

  • Air Force Museum - Christchurch Featured Web page'

    A unique journey of discovery and adventure, with 28 amazing aircraft, captivating displays and fun, hands-on entertainment. One of Christchurch’s “must see” attractions. A sensational family day out with a difference!..(more)

  • South Canterbury Museum - Timaru

    The South Canterbury Museum contains valuable collections of objects and information covering the natural and human history of South Canterbury. Permanent displays and a temporary exhibition programme provide fascinating glimpses into our region's past...(more)

  • The Kauri Museum - Matakohe, Northland

    Kauri Museum tells the fascinating story of pioneering settlers through the theme of kauri. Experience the awesome history of the mighty kauri, its beautiful timber and kauri gum. Located in Matakohe, en route to the giant kauri trees in the Waipoua Forest...(more)

 

  • Pete's Pioneer and Transport Museum - Kerikeri

    The museum exhibits transportation and collectables, themed around New Zealand's history and heritage from pre-European times. Function centre and café. Open from Tuesday to Sunday—10:00 am - 4:00 pm...(more)

  • Southland Museum & Art Gallery

    Visit the Tuatarium, Roaring 40's Gallery, Dusky Sound Gallery, Art Collection and the Roaring 40's audio visual. Guided Tours. Artworks Café and the Museum shop available for gift items and refreshments...(more)

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