We are open from 9am to 5pm every day of the school holidays.
Open late for Twilight Tuesday until 8.30pm.

What's On

COMING SOON

March of the Triceratops brings to life one of the world’s most iconic dinosaurs, revealing how these extraordinary creatures lived, moved, and survived millions of years ago.

Gain genuine insight into Māori culture in this unique, enriching experience. Hear beautiful songs, witness the incredible haka in action and learn about the endurance of Māori people throughout history.

10.15AM DAILY, 6PM TWILIGHT TUESDAYS, 26 DEC 2025 - 31 MAR 2026 $30 PER PERSON, $27 PER MEMBER

The Incredible Rooftop Tour is back for a limited season this summer! Come up with us, hear the history and be amazed by the unbeatable views.

EXHIBITION OPENS FRI 25 SEP GROUND FLOOR

Can science safeguard the future of our favourite fruit? Step into a colourful digital orchard and discover how scientists are helping fruit trees adapt to a changing climate.

Pre-plan for a smooth arrival
ACCESSIBILITY TOUR
Pre-plan for a smooth arrival

Our new accessibility virtual tour helps our visitors with mobility restrictions or those who use wheelchairs to plan their visit. It covers the access routes of the ground floor of the Museum from parking and public transport areas as well as the car parks, and has information about lifts, ramps, accessible eating areas, accessible toilets, rest areas, lockers, and much more.

NZ Sign Language at Auckland Museum
NZ Sign Language at Auckland Museum

Watch our NZSL video to plan your visit, and learn about our new NZSL Online Hub. In the Hub, you can discover more about interesting displays within two of our newest galleries, through NZSL videos on your own device.

Food and drink
Food and drink

Whether you're after a coffee on-the-run, a quick bite, a long lunch or prefer to bring your own kai, we've got options to suit any plan. Find out more about Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café, 1929 Espresso Bar and the Kai Room.

Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café is open late on Tuesdays, last orders 8PM.

Hokohoko Museum Store
The Museum Store

Te Ao Mārama is home to Hokohoko, the Museum Store. With an extensive range of artworks, books, gifts and toys by local makers and artists, the store is a reflection of the taonga the Museum houses.

Te Whiwhinga The Imaginarium
Māori names around the Museum

Every gallery and public space within Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum has been assigned a te reo Māori name. Find out about the meanings of these ingoa, and listen to audio recordings of their pronunciation.