Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa: Mana Māori Tour
ID: GYG120608-176324
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Explore the living, breathing culture of New Zealand's indigenous peoples on this afternoon tour. From great journeys over vast oceans to hopeful visions for the 21st century, see treasures that speak to historical and contemporary Māori perspectives.
Enjoy a 1-hour guided afternoon tour to discover Te Papa’s Maori cultural treasures and hear their stories. This tour will enrich your understanding of what makes New Zealand’s Maori culture unique.
In central Wellington, you're rarely more than a 20-minute walk away from The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, a cultural history museum located on the waterfront. Gain free admission to the museum and explore at your own pace. Then, join a small-group afternoon tour with a friendly, knowledgeable guide to learn about Aotearoa and its indigenous Māori people.
Listen to engaging and informative commentary as your guide brings the stories of New Zealand's places and people to life. The museum extensive collections are spread over six floors with high-tech interactive exhibits. Encounter Māori and other Pacific Island cultural treasures and learn about New Zealand’s extraordinary natural history. The tour is an ideal orientation for first-time visitors while adding depth and understanding to the Te Papa experience.
Highlights
- Explore the museum's Maori cultural treasures on guided tour
- Listen to stories and insights about Maori culture, art, and history
- Discover cultural exhibits with a friendly, knowledgable guide in a small group
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The museum is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm, except Christmas Day
• Children under 5 years old are free of charge, all participants require a ticket
• The museum is easily accessible by foot, bus, train or car from central Wellington
• Outdoor and covered parking is available onsite for a fee
• Wheelchairs can be hired free of charge on site, subject to availability
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, 55 Cable Street, Wellington, New Zealand
Enter the museum and head straight up the stairs to the Information Desk on Level 2. Present your voucher to the staff at the Information Desk at least 10 minutes prior to your tour departure.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
