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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington

#1 among attractions in Wellington

Museum, Art museum, Top attraction
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1992 (32 years ago)Visitors per year: 1.5 mil.Coordinates: 41°17'25"S, 174°46'55"E
Address

55 Cable StLambton Ward (Te Aro)Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Contact
+64 4-381 7000
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Day trips

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cuba Street, Willis Street, Courtenay Place, Embassy Theatre.

  • cuba street wellington~1450 ftW
  • willis street wellington0.4 miW
  • courtenay place wellington~1160 ftS
  • embassy theatre wellington~1520 ftS
  • wellington museum0.4 miNW
  • tsb bank arena wellington~1930 ftNW
  • new zealand academy of fine arts wellington0.4 miNW
  • civic square wellington~1490 ftNW
  • hannah playhouse wellington~1320 ftSE
  • the bucket fountain wellington~1770 ftW
  • city to sea bridge wellington~1240 ftNW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa open?

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is open:
  • Monday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa?

Nearby attractions include NZX, Wellington (4 min walk), Te Raukura, Wellington (4 min walk), Waitangi Park, Wellington (5 min walk), Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington (6 min walk).

How to get to Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa:

Ferry
  • Wellington Harbour Ferry (13 min walk)

Train
  • Lambton (15 min walk)
  • Talavera (18 min walk)

Bus
  • Wellington Station Bus Interchange (22 min walk)
  • Molesworth Street – Cathedral • Lines: 14, 91 (27 min walk)

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