New Zealand Maritime Museum
Hui Te Ananui a Tangaroa
Maritime museum established in 1993 that preserves the nation's seafaring heritage, from Polynesian exploration to modern yachting achievements. It features diverse galleries and offers sailings on heritage vessels within the harbour. Read more…
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
Admission
Free for Aucklanders; entry included with sailing passes
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Established in 1993, this institution is the largest maritime museum in New Zealand. It is dedicated to the country's deep connection to the sea, covering a timeline from early Polynesian voyaging and Māori navigation to contemporary maritime success. The museum is recognized as a Cultural Heritage Site.
Collections include diverse exhibitions on European immigration stories and the history of the America's Cup. Notable items on display include the famous yacht Black Magic. Galleries explore the evolution of seafaring technology and the nation's maritime identity.
A museum marina houses various heritage vessels. Educational experiences and interactive sailing trips on the Waitematā Harbour are conducted using these historic ships. These heritage vessel sailings allow for direct engagement with maritime history in a family-friendly environment.
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