Walk through history at Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington, New Zealand • 
Must Do
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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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.
How to book
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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
December
HIGH
14-17°C
December marks the beginning of summer in Wellington, with average high temperatures around 17°C and lows around 14°C. Rainfall averages approximately 86.2mm over 6 days, and the city enjoys about 186 hours of sunshine throughout the month.
December marks the beginning of summer in Wellington, with average high temperatures around 17°C and lows around 14°C. Rainfall averages approximately 86.2mm over 6 days, and the city enjoys about 186 hours of sunshine throughout the month.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to book tickets in advance due to higher demand during the peak season.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to book tickets in advance due to higher demand during the peak season.
Recommended
December offers warm summer weather but also marks the beginning of the peak tourist season. Visitors should expect higher crowd levels and potentially higher prices at attractions like Te Papa Tongarewa.
December offers warm summer weather but also marks the beginning of the peak tourist season. Visitors should expect higher crowd levels and potentially higher prices at attractions like Te Papa Tongarewa.
January
HIGH
15-19°C
January in Wellington is characterized by warm summer temperatures, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. The month experiences relatively low rainfall, averaging 52.19 mm over approximately 5 days, and enjoys about 219 hours of sunshine.
January in Wellington is characterized by warm summer temperatures, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. The month experiences relatively low rainfall, averaging 52.19 mm over approximately 5 days, and enjoys about 219 hours of sunshine.
Open
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
January offers warm weather and ample sunshine, making it an excellent time to visit Te Papa Tongarewa. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices due to the peak tourist season. Booking in advance is advisable.
January offers warm weather and ample sunshine, making it an excellent time to visit Te Papa Tongarewa. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices due to the peak tourist season. Booking in advance is advisable.
February
HIGH
15-19°C
February continues the warm summer trend in Wellington, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall is slightly higher than January, averaging 66.04 mm over approximately 6 days, with about 190 hours of sunshine.
February continues the warm summer trend in Wellington, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 15°C. Rainfall is slightly higher than January, averaging 66.04 mm over approximately 6 days, with about 190 hours of sunshine.
Open
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
No specific restrictions, but advance booking is recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
February offers warm temperatures and moderate sunshine, making it a favorable time to visit Te Papa Tongarewa. Be prepared for higher crowd levels and prices, and consider booking in advance.
February offers warm temperatures and moderate sunshine, making it a favorable time to visit Te Papa Tongarewa. Be prepared for higher crowd levels and prices, and consider booking in advance.
March
MEDIUM
14-18°C
March marks the transition from summer to autumn in Wellington, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 14°C. Rainfall averages 58.42 mm over approximately 7 days, and the city enjoys about 180 hours of sunshine.
March marks the transition from summer to autumn in Wellington, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 14°C. Rainfall averages 58.42 mm over approximately 7 days, and the city enjoys about 180 hours of sunshine.
Open
No specific restrictions; availability is generally good.
No specific restrictions; availability is generally good.
Recommended
March offers pleasant weather with fewer crowds and more favorable prices, making it an excellent time to visit Te Papa Tongarewa.
March offers pleasant weather with fewer crowds and more favorable prices, making it an excellent time to visit Te Papa Tongarewa.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Cable Car
Car
Ferry
Shuttle
Train
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
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