Museum
Auckland War Memorial Museum
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The Auckland War Memorial Museum stands proudly in the Auckland Domain, one of the city's oldest parks. It is a dual-purpose institution: a war memorial and a museum of New Zealand history. The museum's collections focus on Māori and Pacific Island artifacts, including a magnificent carved meeting house and a vast waka (canoe). The World War I and II halls honor those who served, with a daily remembrance ceremony. The neoclassical building itself is a landmark, offering views over the city and harbor.
Don't miss
- See the Māori taonga (treasures), including the intricately carved Hotunui meeting house and the war canoe Te Toki a Tāpiri.
- Visit the war memorial halls and observe the daily remembrance ceremony at 12:00 PM.
- Explore the natural history galleries, featuring the giant moa skeleton and volcanic Auckland exhibits.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Auckland War Memorial Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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