Cultural institution

Strongly recommend to visit it with your young ones, apart from exhibitions of free entry for Aucklanders, like Maori and Pacific culture exhibition, plus two giant Dinosaurs, there's a special one on right now, An amazing and very informative fun exhibition- Egypt, in the time of Pharaoh.It really worths of the money and the time. We had to wait about an hour and half to get in, then spent an hour and half viewing the exhibition, and walked out in hurry due to the museum's closing their door!!

Staff are always friendly and professional. It’s not just about history but also New Zealand culture and nature. My kids love this museum, not only there is a kid zone, but also volcanoes where they get to learn about the history of volcanic eruptions in NZ and experience a simulation of the eruption. There also different exhibitions throughout the year.

Definitely worth a visit! A whole day trip in the museum would be much more comfortable for viewing all the exhibits in all floors. Otherwise, you might need to miss some parts of the museum.You can know more about the WWI and WWII after visiting the dedicated 3rd floor. Apart from that, you can also get to visit the physical and human side of Aotearoa during the pioneering Polynesians ancestor.

Went for the Egyptian Exhibition and totally love it! The gallery presents remarkable collection of artifacts abd relics from Ancient Egypt. The whole exhibition is thoughtfully curated, with detailed information to shed lights on various aspects of Egyptian life.

Excellent place to visit for rainy day - indoor activities. We visited the current exhibition-Egypt - in the time of Pharaohs. Very informative and unique displays. They have a gift shop which have good selections of souvenirs. The restaurant inside there is very good too. We enjoyed the visit.

The name of this museum is absolutely not descriptive of their exhibits. Granted, we didn't have time to see the whole thing, but what we saw was very, very well done. It was very informative about the culture and original inhabitants of New Zealand, their arts and crafts and their way of life. I cannot describe the whole experience, but I will definitely visit again if I have a chance. Recommend it highly.

Went to see Peter - fantastic to see an example up close. Overall the museum is a pretty good stop. Lines can be a little long, and some of the 'modern' exhibit styles struggle to present a cohesive narrative (why are these things here together?). But the majority of the exhibits are well put together and show a rich history with good background information.

The Auckland War Memorial Museum is a must-visit attraction that immerses you in Auckland's rich history. I had the pleasure of exploring it on a rainy afternoon and discovered that it's free for Auckland residents, creating a vibrant atmosphere even in gloomy weather. The museum beautifully showcases Maori culture, offering an insightful journey into their traditions and heritage. While tickets may be slightly pricey for foreigners, the experience is undoubtedly worthwhile. If you're a museum lover, allocate more than four hours to fully appreciate the extensive exhibits. Prepare to be captivated by the fascinating stories and immerse yourself in Auckland's vibrant past at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

definitely worth for a day.it’s free for Auckland residents as long as you can proof that you’re living in Auckland.It’s so lucky to have these 2 T-Rex in the house, Peter and Barbara, not sure how long they’ll be staying in the museum.During the time I visit, the special exhibition theme is about Egypt.pay tribute to those soldiers. I came from Malaysia, without their help during ww2, Malaysia situation could be worst.

World class. I took my daughter for a visit. We were both very impressed by all the exhibitions. New Zealand is a treasure chest of history, and it's beautifully displayed at Auckland War Memorial. Well done to all involved.