Auckland Museum, Parnell

Nau Mai Haere Mai - Welcome to Auckland Museum.

Auckland Museum is regarded as one of the finest Museums in the Southern Hemisphere and is renowned for its unique collection of Māori and Pacific treasures.

Housed in an historical building within a tranquil park, the Museum tells the story of New Zealand as a nation; from award-winning natural history exhibits, to the Museum's Māori treasures gallery displaying over 2,000 priceless Māori artefacts, including rare carvings, whole buildings, and the last great Māori war canoe carved from a giant totara tree.

Whether you have an hour spare or a whole day, you will gain a deep understanding of New Zealand culture and heritage by visiting the iconic Auckland Museum.