Museum
Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Cambridge
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The Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Cambridge offers a journey through human cultures, with a particularly strong collection from the Pacific region. Visitors can see the iconic Hawaiian feather cloak, intricate Maori carvings, and artefacts from Captain Cook's voyages. The museum also features rotating exhibits that highlight contemporary issues and community perspectives, making it a dynamic space for understanding cultural heritage.
Don't miss
- Hawaiian feather cloak ('ahu'ula) worn by chiefs
- Maori meeting house (Hinana ki te Ao) with intricate carvings
- Captain Cook's Pacific voyage artefacts, including Tahitian barkcloth
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Cambridge
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inFormer Student’s Cambridge Colleges: An Outdoor Audio Tour4★ · 55 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$9 per personSee dates →
Most bookedCambridge University Tour by Alumni™ with optional King's Chapel4.9★ · 2,481 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$34 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleAcropolis and Museum Private Tour with an Archaeology Expert5★ · 10 travelers2–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$57 per personSee dates →More attractions in Cambridge
