This is a very interesting venue which displays the history of the of the development of the relationship between local and English peoples in a very realistic, sensible and easy to comprehend fashion. The site provides a very relaxing and inviting venue to learn much...More

Visited the Treaty Grounds whilst staying in Paihia and what a treat it was. We booked the tour and cultural performance and it was worth every penny. The museum is outstanding. The tour guide was really informative and passionate. Plenty of time to walk the...More

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds are only a short walk from where the tender from our cruise ship docked in Paihia. Signs clearly show the way to go. The modern buildings housing the museum and entry are by no means an indication of the beautifully restored...More

If you are in Paihia, you must go. I could have spent hours there. The museum was fantastic. As was the tour and cultural show. It gives a very clear history of the founding of New Zealand. If you spend any time in NZ, you...More

You will learn how the British established the treaty establishing New Zealand as a colony from the Maori. You will also learn how the Maori were deceived by their "translation"

We came into the Bay of the Islands on a cruise ship and had to tender to shore. I was pleasantly surprised to see the signage showing the direction to the Treaty Grounds right from where the Tender boats landed. The treaty is an agreement...More

An Enriching cultural experience made very informative with a knowledgeable and entertaining personal guide. The grounds are beautifully maintained with lovely flowers everywhere The presentation and show inside the treaty house was spectacular. Cultural dancers were so gifted and genuinely heartfelt. A truly culturally enriching...More