Walk through history at Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington, New Zealand • 
Must Do
Must DoWellington, New Zealand
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
15°C – 19°C, january in wellington is characterized by warm summer temperatures, with average highs around 19°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 19°C, january in wellington is characterized by warm summer temperatures, with average highs around 19°c and lows near 15°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible; wheelchairs and scooters available.
Fully accessible; wheelchairs and scooters available.
Value for money
High
Free entry for some, impressive exhibits, great experience.
Free entry for some, impressive exhibits, great experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Wonderful Exhibits
Couples loved the diverse exhibits, perfect for a day of shared discovery and cultural immersion!
Rich History
Travelers found the exhibits on Māori culture and history deeply enriching. A must-see for couples!
Engaging Displays
The interactive exhibits kept couples engaged. Plenty to discuss and experience together.
Overcrowded Spaces
Couples noted the Gallipoli exhibit and other areas got very crowded, impacting the experience.
Long Security
Visitors should anticipate potential queues at the entrance due to mandatory security checks.
Lots Walking
Couples felt that the museum requires a lot of walking to cover the exhibits.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
LOW
13-16°C
April brings cooler autumn temperatures to Wellington, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall averages 89.14 mm over approximately 6 days, and the city experiences about 190 hours of sunshine.
April brings cooler autumn temperatures to Wellington, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 13°C. Rainfall averages 89.14 mm over approximately 6 days, and the city experiences about 190 hours of sunshine.
Open
No specific restrictions; availability is generally good.
No specific restrictions; availability is generally good.
Recommended
April offers cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, providing a more relaxed experience at Te Papa Tongarewa. It's a good time to visit for those seeking a quieter atmosphere.
April offers cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, providing a more relaxed experience at Te Papa Tongarewa. It's a good time to visit for those seeking a quieter atmosphere.
May
MEDIUM
11-15°C
May in Wellington experiences moderate temperatures with average highs around 15°C and lows near 11°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 78 mm over approximately 15 days. The city enjoys about 118 hours of sunshine during the month.
May in Wellington experiences moderate temperatures with average highs around 15°C and lows near 11°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 78 mm over approximately 15 days. The city enjoys about 118 hours of sunshine during the month.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any specific event-related closures or changes.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any specific event-related closures or changes.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant climate with moderate temperatures and rainfall, making it a good time to visit. Crowd levels are moderate, and prices are generally stable. It's recommended to check for any specific events or closures during this period.
May offers a pleasant climate with moderate temperatures and rainfall, making it a good time to visit. Crowd levels are moderate, and prices are generally stable. It's recommended to check for any specific events or closures during this period.
June
LOW
9-12°C
June marks the beginning of winter in Wellington, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 9°C. Rainfall is slightly higher than in May, averaging 86 mm over approximately 18 days. Sunshine hours decrease to about 100 hours for the month.
June marks the beginning of winter in Wellington, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 9°C. Rainfall is slightly higher than in May, averaging 86 mm over approximately 18 days. Sunshine hours decrease to about 100 hours for the month.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor activities may be limited due to weather conditions.
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor activities may be limited due to weather conditions.
Recommended
June offers cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, leading to lower crowd levels and stable prices. It's a suitable time for those who prefer a quieter visit, but it's advisable to check for any weather-related activity limitations.
June offers cooler temperatures and increased rainfall, leading to lower crowd levels and stable prices. It's a suitable time for those who prefer a quieter visit, but it's advisable to check for any weather-related activity limitations.
July
LOW
8-11°C
July is the coldest month in Wellington, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 8°C. Rainfall remains moderate, averaging 90 mm over approximately 20 days. Sunshine hours are at their lowest, with about 90 hours for the month.
July is the coldest month in Wellington, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 8°C. Rainfall remains moderate, averaging 90 mm over approximately 20 days. Sunshine hours are at their lowest, with about 90 hours for the month.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor attractions may have limited operations due to weather.
No significant restrictions; however, some outdoor attractions may have limited operations due to weather.
Recommended
July's colder temperatures and increased rainfall result in low crowd levels and stable prices. It's an ideal time for visitors seeking a quiet experience, but it's important to consider potential weather-related limitations on outdoor activities.
July's colder temperatures and increased rainfall result in low crowd levels and stable prices. It's an ideal time for visitors seeking a quiet experience, but it's important to consider potential weather-related limitations on outdoor activities.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Cable Car
Car
Ferry
Shuttle
Train
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
