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Te Papa is New Zealand’s national museum, offering visitors a unique and authentic experience of this country’s treasures and stories.Te Papa is a waharoa, a gateway, to an encounter with the essence of New Zealand’s land and people. Wonderful taonga (Maori cultural treasures), art, and objects are presented through fascinating stories, thought-provoking interpretations, and engaging interactives. Prepare to be engaged, stimulated, and surprised!

Over the five floors of our huge building you can explore the breadth of the New Zealand story - from the shaping of its land to the spirit of its diverse peoples, from its unique wildlife to its distinctive visual culture. Te Papa is a place that welcomes visitors of all ages and interests. Along with stimulating exhibitions there are also engaging and fun presentations, including an animated theatre, motion simulator rides into the past and future, and interactives such as a virtual bungy-jump. With its hands-on learning areas and interactivity, Te Papa is a wonderful place for children.

Long term exhibitions include..

Blood Earth Fire How was New Zealand's land turned from forests and wetlands to farms and settlements? Why were thousands of ‘alien’ plants and animals introduced and why did others become extinct? Experience the transformation with Blood, Earth, Fire!

Awesome Forces The story of New Zealand’s dramatic landscape and the part that earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and the weather play in its shaping.

Bush City A taste of New Zealand’s diverse natural environment through a living outdoor display of forest and other plants set in typical landforms.

The Marae Te Papa’s Marae (meeting place) - focal point for powhiri (welcomes) and many other special events - is an outstanding example of contemporary Maori art.

Te Papa also hosts an exciting range of short-term exhibitions through out the year. Check their website for the latest events and exhibitions.

Te Papa has a full range of services and facilities to make your visit comfortable, informative, and enjoyable. This includes helpful hosts, cafes, parking and parents' rooms.

Te Papa is open every day of the year - 10am - 6pm and Thursday 10am - 9pm. Entry is free.

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