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Feb 15, 2025
We got a guided tour to get familiar with the museum layout and exhibits. The guide made a point of showing us a few "don't miss" items but also did a good job of reminding us that we were walking by…Full review by heykb
Feb 14, 2025
This is an amazing museum with so much to see and do and it’s all free. The Gallipoli section is quite simply stunning. I learnt so much. However the giant size models could be very frightening for c…Full review by 214joey22
Feb 4, 2025
Gotta give them credit for locating the museum right across the street where the Banksy exhibit was on a wing of the convention center. But seriously, as a mainland American who was basically born in…Full review by Wolverine154
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We spent about two hours there, viewing the Terracotta Warriors and having tea and cake. We had been previously to see the War exhibition so didn't do that again. You can …
We spent about two hours there, viewing the Terracotta Warriors and having tea and cake. We had been previously to see the War exhibition so didn't do that again. You can spend as much time as you want or see just the one exhibition. Warriors well worth a visit.
Are u still open on Christmas Day? Your website isn't clear
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I don't know about this year, but in previous years Te Papa has been open on Christmas Day. It's one of very few places tourists can go as most places are closed. However, if they're not …
I don't know about this year, but in previous years Te Papa has been open on Christmas Day. It's one of very few places tourists can go as most places are closed. However, if they're not open Te Papa is in a lovely part of the city. Why not go for a walk around the bays from Te Papa. There's a lovely swimming beach just a few minutes walk away.
My Wife and I are doing a cruise round New Zealand next year ,so we only get a day in each port .I suppose that all the cruises stop at the same ports of call. My question is what are the best places to visit ,we are in our 70's so nothing like hang gliding or that adventurous.
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Personally I would advise Zealandia (nature reserve) and a visit to Weta workshops (this co does fabulous movie set work and the tour is great)
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