I am a local and hadn't visited for many years. There were many exhibits that hadn't changed and others that had since been added. I think the set up for visitors is better now with improved facilities and directions. It has an obvious NZ and Pacific bias which suit some and not others. The war memorial section is worth visiting... More

I thoroughly enjoyed learning about pacific island culture. The displays inside go into detail about where pacific peoples originate from as well as their history and adaptation to modern technology.The outside of the museum is lit up at night. More

Manageable size, good maori collection and loved the war museum part on the third floor. The section on volcanos is spectacularly good and one of the best museum exhibits I have ver seen More

The Auckland Museum, situated on a hill overlooking Downtown Auckland will give another take on Maori art and culture. More

Dont miss the Moari Cultural show it's great. This place will teach you a great deal about the local culture and if you only see one place in New Zealand see this one it is a must see. More

Best piece of Real Estate in Auckland. And the Building ain't half bad, and what's inside will astound you, even the architecture out back!! More

We almost didn't go to the museum, but so glad we did!! Very diverse and chocked full of items, put aside at least two hours for a wander. Amazing spot overlooking the Botanical Gardens. More

Wandered in thru the glass doors and thought - that's the very first time I have seen a cleaner in a museum - proceeded to take photos of the crown lynn only to be told be a man with a broom that they weren't open yet and pics were not allowed - too late! So - wait til opening and... More

Great trip around our history and all things curious More