Vehicle access: Our vehicle entrance will be reduced to one lane from 25 July until the end of November 2022, due to the construction of a new set of traffic lights outside Te Papa.
Info about vehicle access to Te Papa 25 Jul – Nov 2022

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Visit

Discover the rich stories of New Zealand. Te Papa has something for everyone, from precious Māori and Pacific treasures, to the colossal squid and the national art collection.

Opening times

Open every day 10am–6pm (except Christmas Day)

Free entry for everyone

Charges apply to some short-term exhibitions and activities.

Plan your visitWhakaritea tō toronga

  • Te Papa seen from the water
    Getting here

    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.

  • Te Papa External View. Photograph by Michael Hall. Te Papa
    Parking

    Parking

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

  • A little boy holds a Te Papa map
    Map of Te Papa

    Map of Te Papa

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

  • Mother and baby
    Facilities

    Facilities

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

More help to plan your visit