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Museum of New Zealand

Te Papa Tongarewa

Free museum entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand

International visitor tickets

Plan your visitWhakaritea tō toronga

Te Papa is open every day 10am–6pm (except Christmas Day).

Find us at 55 Cable Street, Wellington – with parking and a friendly accessible environment. Get even more from your visit with a guided tour, a coffee in one of our cafes, and browse for a gift in our stores.

Free entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand.

Charges may apply to international visitors, and paid exhibitions and experiences.

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    Tickets: International visitor museum entry

    A museum entry ticket to Te Papa is NZ$35 for international visitors aged 16 years and older.

    Entry to the museum will remain free for all New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand.

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    Getting here

    In central Wellington you’re rarely more than 20 minutes’ walk from Te Papa. Public transport stops close to the museum, and we’re 15 minutes’ drive from the airport.

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    Accessibility

    Helpful information for visitors with disabilities before you visit. When you’re here ask our friendly Hosts for help at any time.

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    Parking

    Information on where to park, how to pay, what vehicles we can cater for, and for how long.

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    Map of Te Papa

    Download our map and discover the treasures and unique stories of New Zealand on six floors of fascinating displays.

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    Our buildings

    Te Papa is a landmark building in the heart of Wellington. It’s an engineering feat, rich with symbolism, and accessible to all.

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    Te Papa cafés

    Find our two vibrant and cosy cafes nestled amongst Te Papa’s treasures.

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    Te Papa stores

    At Te Papa Store, our perspective is deeply rooted in our relationship with Aotearoa New Zealand. Choose from our carefully curated selection of products that reflect the essence of the museum.

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    StoryPlace

    StoryPlace is a space specially and exclusively for preschoolers and their caregivers. Here, toddlers can explore museum-related themes through play, games, storytelling, and song. Led by a friendly Te Papa Host.

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    Discovery Centres

    It’s play time! Families get hands-on with educational exhibits, games, and books.

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    Facilities

    Read about self-service lockers, parents’ rooms, lost property, Wi-Fi, and Discovery Centres.

  • Taonga and spaces included in The Te Papa Activity Book

    Have you found the Haast's eagle? What about our wharenui? Find out more about parts of Te Papa that feature in The Te Papa Activity Book or explore the taonga (treasures) in our collections – which ones have you seen?

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    Exhibitions

    Celebrate Aotearoa New Zealand’s unique natural environment. Hear extraordinary stories from Te Moana nui-a-Kiwa Pacific peoples. Find your favourite paintings, sculptures, photographs, or art installations. Experience powerful stories that celebrate Māori as tangata whenua – the indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand.