I read really good reviews on the museum but me and my husband aren't really museum people, however…read morewhen it started raining in Wellington we knew we needed to try something indoors! The museum is very neat and large- has multiple floors. They have many interesting exhibits that can entertain all ages! Also recommend going to their top floor and the view outdoors is beautiful! They do allow the ticket to be valid for 48 hours so we were able to go back the next day when it was raining again and finish the museum! I would recommend if you need an indoor activity- the whole area is nice, the walking area is pretty and walkable to the downtown food scene as well.

New Zealand's national museum is "Te Papa" which is Māori for 'the treasure box' and it does look a…read morelot like a jewelry box. I did want to see the Gallipoli exhibit but it was slammed all three times I walked past. Instead, lots of art and history. There's a space on the roof with a patio and a fabulous view. I spent over two hours. It was a great time. Oh, and it's free. [Review 479 of 2024 - 129 in New Zealand - 21511 overall]

A small museum worth taking a look. We decided to come here and take a look around. Just like te…read morepapa, this museum was also free admission. We quickly looked around and went through all the floors. This museum had a good mix of interactive exhibits, videos, and information. Overall, not a bad museum, but I would rather go to te papa if I was short on time.

An amazing experience albeit being smaller than The Papa. It has plenty to offer especially for a…read moreyounger audience. My favourite levels were those that allowed for one to vote for an alternate story or name to some things and had a short hologram describing a certain legend involving Maui, and my second most favourite level was the level describing the origins of Wellington.

This is an older property covered in dark paint and lots of questionable framed artwork. The rooms…read moreare fairly small with lighting so poor that it's obvious no woman was involved in the design. The "king" bed is two saggy twin beds squeezed together, creating a hump and seam in the center. Our more expensive "harbor view" room was actually a view of the street and parking lot. No water in sight, but the rude desk clerk refused to acknowledge this reality and encouraged me to write this review. There is no way to get a cup of coffee or a snack without paying a whopping $38 for their third floor breakfast. Much less overpriced options are close by, but inconvenient in a rush. While the location is very close to Te Papa Museum, most other desirable locations are a bit of a walk. Due to the false advertising, bad attitude, poor lighting and uncomfortable beds, I'd suggest you consider a better property.

Cool place. Neat artwork. Friendly people, but ineffective staff. My heat/air wouldn't cool, so…read morestopped at the desk to ask it be fixed. I was told they'd put a fan in my room until maintenance came in on Monday. Never happened. Drank 2 bottles of water from the refrigerator ($6.00 each) my first night there. They were never replenished. Asked the concierge to order a cab and I'd be right down. He said he would, it didn't until I was standing there in front of him. The room was comfortable and clean, but for the money the service is lacking.

If you're riding the Wellington Cable Car, they have a museum at the top with free entry to learn…read moreabout its history. It's a nice small museum that doesn't take much time. Inside is an old cable car you take pictures in, exhibits about the old iterations and information about why it was installed. There's also models. They have a gift shop as well, with all things Wellington including post cards and other souvenirs. The staff was friendly and helpful. There's a lookout, cafe, Botanical Gardens nearby too.

Cute museum at the top of the cable car route…read more Spend a few minutes learning about the history of the cable cars. Cute old red cable car. Perfect to snap a selfie. The Cable Car Museum is free, like most museums in Wellington. Nice for a quick stop while exploring the peak.

This simple, ever changing gallery in an old shed (No. 11) in central Wellington's Queens Wharf is…read morea bit of a secret gem. Free entry and an interesting selection of portraits make for an enjoyable visit. The small size of the shed means a visit will not be too laborious if you're not a fan. Last time I visited I think I was out in between 5 and 10 minutes, but previous visits have stretched for far longer. I struck it lucky once as the renovations to Government House required the artworks from the Vice-Regal residence to be relocated, and many found a short term home here. Well worth a visit, see what you find.

It's basically just one warehouse, and not even a full one by any stretch. Might drop in for a…read morequick visit to see what's up, but I wouldn't go in expecting much. It is free and on the waterfront, so there's no reason not to.

I needed a break from driving and this looked like an interesting spot - I had it all to myself…read moreaside from the staff and a man with his 4-year-old son. Many of the buildings were moved to this site and they are set up in a ring around a lovely park. It's a gorgeous setting for a relaxed afternoon picnic -- lots of trees, birds and picnic tables. There is so much historical information available for self paced touring -- highly recommend you bring drinks, picnic and a blanket and plan to spend a lovely afternoon here exploring and soaking in the history of this young town.

If aviation is your thing this is the place for you. Quite a collection of WW I and WWII planes in…read morethe hangers. You walk around on your own, there are placards in front of each plane sharing its story and background. Don't miss the Stalingrad movie- only 8 min and worth it.

Absolutely one of the best World War I and II plane collections I have seen. What sets this rather…read moresmall museum apart (from some massive.US plane museums) is the level of restoration and condition of the planes where a number of them are still in flying condition. The other is that the World War I planes are owned and staged by Sir Peter Jackson of Lord of the Rings fame. He used his movie company to create sets and stages for the planes that bring them to life. There are great stories of the pilots that flew them with uniforms and memorabilia that are extremely rare such as pieces of The Red Baron's plane. While the WWI museum is featured as the best of the three museums the WWII museum is well worth visiting just as well. There you will see the top fighters in WW2 and some rare Russian and German planes that survived the war and are in excellent condition. The third museum is one on antique cars in which we unfortunately did not have time to visit. This is a not to miss museum for the war historian and airplane buff.

Incredible collection of vintage and specialty cars. Some famous ones like one belonging to Al…read moreCapone and another limo belonging to Marlene Dietrich. Huge range from all over the world from 1900's to 1960's Downstairs is a real trip down memory lane with more modern 70's and 80's cars - just like the ones I grew up with A real experience for every age whether a petroleum head or not