Free museum entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand
Open every day 10am-6pm
(except Christmas Day)
Free museum entry for New Zealanders and people living in New Zealand
Download our map and discover the treasures and unique stories of New Zealand on six floors of fascinating displays.
Te Papa Map (2.23 MB)
Please note: Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War is temporarily closed from 21 July to 12 September for essential maintenance and upgrades. It will open to the public again on Saturday 13 September.
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.
Get directions, museum entry information, download the museum map, find out about our parking facilities, reserve a wheelchair, and more.
Our exciting programme of events runs all year. Watch song and dance performances, join in with kids activities and cultural days, hear from our experts, and much more.
