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Guided toursHe haerenga ārahi

Book a guided tour and get even more out of your visit to Te Papa – let a guide bring the stories of Aotearoa New Zealand’s people, taonga and landscapes to life.

All Te Papa tours

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    Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War Tour

    Experience the story that shaped a nation.

    Take a powerful one-hour journey through Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition. Guided storytelling and Wētā Workshop’s artistry bring to life the real experiences of New Zealanders in a defining moment of history.

    From $50.00

  • A woman in a green shirt is talking to a group of people while standing in front of a Māori carving.

    Māori Highlights Tour

    Explore te ao Māori (the Māori world) in this one-hour introductory tour. Discover key cultural concepts and taonga (treasures) through engaging stories and insights that spark curiosity and deepen understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Indigenous heritage.

    From $50.00

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    Introducing Te Papa Tour

    Discover Aotearoa New Zealand’s rich history and cultures through Te Papa’s world-leading exhibitions and treasures. Ideal for visitors with limited time or wanting an introduction to Aotearoa New Zealand’s rich history and cultures.

    From $50.00

  • Several people are gathered around a screen that is describing what they can see on the wall behind them.

    Te Papa Highlights in Mandarin 蒂帕帕亮点之旅 汉语

    通过生动翔实的中文讲解,让您进一步了解新西兰的历史文化,聆听馆藏珍宝背后的故事。 The perfect way to get an overview of Te Papa’s highlights, Māori treasures, and New Zealand history.

    From $50.00
    Departs Wednesdays and Fridays at 11.00am.

  • A person in a green shirt is describing an artwork to two other people.

    Art Narratives Tour

    Journey through carefully selected highlights from galleries showcasing the diversity and innovation of contemporary art in Aotearoa New Zealand. From monumental sculptures and moving images to embroidery, ceramics, and even a playable video game, discover how contemporary artists are shaping
    and reflecting our nation's evolving story.

    From $50

Private/Custom tours

For all custom, private, trade, or other tour-related enquiries, please email tours@tepapa.govt.nz