We are open from 9am to 5pm every day of the school holidays.
Open late for Twilight Tuesday until 8.30pm.
What's On
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.
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.
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.
Let's Have Fun
Designed for those who just want to drop-in, this new 60-90min itinerary focuses on our fun, whānau-friendly galleries in the museum – particularly focused on the interactive and entertaining elements within galleries.
Haere mai, Aucklanders!
Love the Museum and live in Auckland? The new MyMuseum card is for you.
Simply show it for free general admission whenever you visit. There’s no need to queue – just dive in and explore!
Get more from your Museum
From as little as $50 per year, you can enjoy unlimited free entry to paid exhibitions, discounted event tickets and exclusive Member only events.
As a Member, you’ll also receive discounts at our Museum Store and Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.