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Auckland Museum Tickets

This general admission option for Auckland Museum provides entry to the facility and allows you to view all the various historical items at your own pace. Free entry for 0-4 year old kids.
Auckland Museum Tickets

Highlights

  • A variety of exhibitions to view

  • Showcase of all things Maori and Pacific Islander

  • Very well-curated exhibits on European history

  • Learn about natural history

  • Top 10 Things to Do in Auckland

  • Rare examples of craftsmanship from hundreds of years ago

This general admission option for Auckland Museum provides entry to the facility and allows you to view all the various historical items at your own pace. As one of our Top 10 Things to Do in Auckland list items, the Auckland Museum is a comprehensive, informative and entertaining showcase of all things Maori and Pacific Islander along with very well-curated exhibits on European history as well. This well-maintained and copious exhibition contains numerous well-preserved and rare examples of craftsmanship from hundreds of years ago, balanced expertly with sections devoted to natural history and New Zealand's many unique types of animal life.

The Auckland Museum offers such a diverse array of things to see, learn about and interact with that it's easy to spend half a day or more here; so if you're looking for one of the most cost-effective places to visit in Auckland that's suitable for whole families, then be sure to grab your general admission tickets to Auckland Museum online here today!

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Inclusions

  • General Admission
  • A variety of exhibitions
  • Comprehensive, informative and entertaining showcase of all things Maori and Pacific Islander
  • Very well-curated exhibits on European history
  • Learn about natural history and New Zealand's many unique types of animal life

Time

  • Galleries and Exhibition:

  • Open daily from 10am - 5pm

  • Closed Christmas Day and ANZAC Day

  • Library:

  • Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm

  • ANZAC Day 10am - 5pm

  • Sundays and public holidays closed

  • Cafe:

  • Open daily 9.30am - 5pm

  • Shop:

  • Open daily 10am - 5pm

Location

  • Located at The Auckland Domain, Parnell
  • The Museum is close to the motorways and the city centre and in easy walking distance from the popular shopping and café areas of Parnell Village and Newmarket

Additional Information

  • A wheelchair ramp is located at the two main entrances. Wheelchairs may be borrowed from the Security Desk in the Museum Foyer if needed
  • Children aged between 0-4 years inclusive can visit free of charge
  • Children aged 13 and under must be accompanied at all times by an adult while inside the Museum
  • No food or drink is allowed to be taken into the galleries as eating or drinking in the galleries is not permitted
  • No refunds or exchanges on any ticket
  • For the comfort and safety of visitors and collections, large bags, backpacks larger than 40cm (L) x 15cm (W) x 35cm (H), tripods, and motorcycle helmets cannot be taken into the galleries
  • Electronic lockers are located within the Visitor Lounge located inside the Northern entrance, and in the Atrium Visitor Lounge and Kai Room, located inside the Southern entrance. Fees apply to use the electronic lockers
  • Visitors are welcome to use hand-held cameras with flash as well as video recording equipment for private purposes in the galleries unless otherwise indicated. Tripods are not allowed. Please note audio and/or video recording of Auckland War Memorial Museum Highlights Guided Tours, Māori Cultural Performance, Maori Cultural Chinese Experience & Mandarin Tour of Māori Galleries is not permitted
  • Secure undercover paid parking is available at the Museum from 6.30am to 6.30pm, the first 30 minutes free. Enter from Maunsell Road which is on the Newmarket side of the Domain. Alternatively, free parking (subject to availability) is available in the Auckland Domain. A limited number of mobility parking spaces are located in the underground carpark and at the Atrium Entrance

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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