Such an amazing museum! I’m not normally a museum person but this was so interesting and so well curated and presented. So many different rooms to explore! It was wonderful to learn about the magnificent Kauri trees but sad to learn how few there are left. Well worth a visit even though it’s a bit off the beaten track

This place is fantastic! We day tripped from Auckland to visit the museum with our 3 children (12,10 & 4) and had a fantastic day. One of the best museums in the world that I’ve visited. So much to see, wonderful history, very informative and a must see. The ladies at the front counter were lovely and the toilets were clean. We spent about 4 hours there and we all enjoyed it

The museum is amazing - a real education on settler experiences in the area including kauri forest and how life changes with technology. Our 6yo daughter loved the new entry experience and the scavenger hunt. We will definitely stop in again, and recommend that you make time for a visit.

A pleasant stop on the way north. Lots to see and explore in this large museum. Well organized with plenty of information. If you like machinery, there is plenty. It was interesting to read about the lives of the early settlers. There's a simple cafe across the road.