Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa: Māori Highlights Tour
In Wellington
From
£33
pp
1h 0 mins · 4.8 (23)
Discover the richness of Aotearoa New Zealand’s indigenous culture on this one-hour introductory tour, guided by one of our skilled and experienced hosts. Focusing on key Māori content and concepts within Te Papa, this tour offers a welcoming entry point into te ao Māori — the Māori world.
Using a selection of significant taonga (treasures), your guide will share stories and insights that highlight foundational aspects of Māori culture, history, and values. This is not a deep dive, but a thoughtfully curated overview designed to spark curiosity and understanding.
This tour includes the international visitor entry charge. Domestic tour pricing is available on our website.
Free cancellation
What's included
- International visitor admission fee (two-day entry)
- Professional Tour Guide
What's not included
- Entrance fee to short-term paid exhibitions
Itinerary
- The Māori words ‘Te Papa Tongarewa’ mean ‘container of treasures’. At the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, you’ll discover the treasures of our land and people, and hear their stories told with authority and passion. The Museum is built on a unique bi-cultural partnership that recognizes and celebrates Māori as tangata whenua – the original people of this land. Our collections are spread over six floors of engaging, interactive displays. You’ll encounter Māori and Pacific cultural treasures, New Zealand’s extraordinary natural environment, its most important works of art, and its unique history. Our range of engaging and informative tours enrich any Te Papa visit, and bring the stories of New Zealand’s land and people to life. A tour with one of our knowledgeable hosts is a fun way to help orientate the first-time visitor, and adds depth and understanding to the Te Papa experience. Te Papa, including Te Papa Tours, is a Qualmark-endorsed visitor activity and has achieved Qualmark Enviro-Gold accreditation. (1h 0min) Admission included
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Departure Point: Te Papa, Wellington Waterfront
End point
Departure Point: Te Papa, Wellington Waterfront
Practical information
- Operated by
- Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- Max group size
- 20 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 1 hour. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.