Howick Historical Village

Welcome to Auckland’s Heritage Museum. Experience Tāmaki Makaurau's history and see how the early residents lived in the 1800s.

Hours Hāora
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday10 AM – 4 PM
- Wednesday10 AM – 4 PM
- Thursday10 AM – 4 PM
- Friday10 AM – 4 PM
- Saturday10 AM – 4 PM
- Sunday10 AM – 4 PM
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Words by Tourism New Zealand
Last updated 11 Jun 2025

Howick Historical Village is a living history museum on 7 acres of grounds and heritage gardens.

The museum depicts a settlement in the period from 1840 to 1880 and offers visitors an immersive historical experience.

Every Second Sunday of the month is a Live Day with costumed staff and volunteers, and a range of activities and entertainment for visitors to enjoy!

The recently refurbished gift shop at Howick Historical Village is a source of beautiful New Zealand-made products. It features gifts & cards, home-wares, jewelry, books, toys & games and old-fashioned sweets as well.

A wide range of programmes, tours, and workshops are on offer for groups and schools.

See historicalvillage.org.nz for upcoming events.

Location Te wāhi

75 Bells Road, Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga, Auckland, Pakuranga, Manukau

Plan your route

Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Town: 20 minute drive to Auckland CBD., Airport: 30 minute drive to Auckland International Airport., Parking: Free parking available.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Umbrella's provided for rainy conditions.