Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Paihia: Hours, Address, Waitangi Treaty Grounds Reviews: 4.5/5
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Waitangi Treaty Grounds welcomes you on a journey of the place where much of New Zealand’s history was shaped. An absolute must-do for all visitors to New Zealand, the award-winning Waitangi Treaty Grounds is a national treasure and tells our nation’s history of two peoples coming together under the Treaty of Waitangi, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Enjoy an interactive full day experience in the two contemporary museums, powerful Māori cultural performances in the carved Māori Meeting House, insightful guided tours, lush native forest and gardens, art gallery and carving studio, traditional Māori waka (canoe), café and so much more, all with stunning views over the Bay of Islands. Hāngi and concert evenings are scheduled during the summer months – an intimate cultural experience not to be missed. The award-winning Waitangi Treaty Grounds is a must-do for all visitors to the Bay of Islands.
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Trevor Lee
3 contributions
National treasure
May 2021
Glad we took our time to see the facilities. A wonderful tour and cultural show. A must do for all New Zealanders
Written 1 June 2021
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Becky Gibson
Dunedin, New Zealand537 contributions
A must NZ history lesson
Apr 2021 • Family
You could easily spend a full day here looking at the various museums/displays, wondering the treaty grounds, Busby House and the cultural performances available. This was a great place for us to learn more about our history, over and above what we’re taught in school. Our 2 year old also enjoyed roaming the treaty grounds and the vast array of bird life on the grounds. Would highly recommend this to anyone both domestic and international tourists.
Written 31 May 2021
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Keith & Margaret
4 contributions
Wonderful, good history lesson
May 2021 • Couples
Everything was excellent, it is over 30 years we last visited. Great changes but would like to thank the lady that encouraged to go in and look at Te Ra Aroha, last room very emotional this told the story of the Maori Battlion cafe great
Written 26 May 2021
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David T
Takapuna, New Zealand91 contributions
Great family attraction!
May 2021 • Family
We had a great day at Waitangi. The staff and guides were super helpful and the grounds were pristine! We loved the cultural team in the marae. And the
Museums were brilliant. A must do
For every kiwi!
Museums were brilliant. A must do
For every kiwi!
Written 22 May 2021
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Wayne M
Balclutha, New Zealand15 contributions
all kiwis should do this at least once
May 2021
very good historical look at the Maori perspective of how the treaty went down, great museums and a impressive cultural show to end the tour
Written 11 May 2021
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Clara C
Wellington, New Zealand30 contributions
Amazing guided tour and grounds
May 2021 • Couples
We arrived a bit late in the day, but were able to attend the last guided tour. The tour guide Ngati Kawa knew so much about what happened and is happening in the region and country. It was definetely enlightening! The grounds were also beautiful and well maintained! We highly recommend going to the grounds and attending a guided tour!
Written 10 May 2021
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projectk2016
Christchurch, New Zealand11 contributions
A must do experience
Apr 2021
We had a great time at the Treaty Grounds Having been here 7 years ago it was great to return and see the enhancements to make this an even better experience than last time. This time we did an excellent guided tour, went to a cultural performance (loved this!) and spoke with one of the carvers - all of these people interactions added to the other interesting places and things to see. Highly recommended
Written 3 May 2021
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Catherine E
Devonport, New Zealand7 contributions
Must do
Apr 2021
An excellent and entertaining tour guide took us through the Treaty grounds. I also enjoyed the new war memorial museum Te Rau Aroha which focuses on the 28th Maori Battalion - thought this was really well done and worth a visit just on its own. Worth a couple of visits to cover everything. Even the teenagers seemed to enjoy it. Cafe shuts at 3 pm unfortunately.
Written 30 April 2021
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Pete Y
Auckland, New Zealand702 contributions
Family history experience
Mar 2021 • Family
A great experience for gaining a greater understanding of Maori culture and New Zealand history. A must do when in Paihia, we spent 4 hours here over a long weekend, just take your time experience it all. Easy to walk paths and enough to keep the kids interested, loved the live show and the interactive displays.
Written 26 April 2021
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mpen032
Auckland Central, New Zealand25 contributions
Great experience
Apr 2021 • Family
This place is a must to visit while in Paihia. Make sure to do the guided tour and see the cultural show. The guided tour gives a personal perspective and historical account of the treaty and also just educational info about the place which is great to learn. The cultural show is amazing and they explain the dances and significance of the what they were showing. The museums were also great info and interactive. Highly recommend this place!
Written 20 April 2021
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Journey35814281493
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How far do you need to walk, and is it easy foor peple with some mobility problems
Grant D
Mangonui, New Zealand31 contributions
There is a bit of walking involved to see all of Waitangi, most of which is easy grades. I would contact the site as I expect they will have in place arrangements for less mobile people
Sister Of Duchess
Brisbane, Australia0 contributions
Can you still walk around the grounds for free without going to the museum or doing the tours or seeing a traditional welcome and dance? I have done all before and just want to stroll the grounds.
Kirsten G
Cambridge, New Zealand41 contributions
yes you can walk around at your leisure, but don't think you can get in for free??
Mr Ronald S
0 contributions
Do the shows and tours get fully booked or can they accommodate as many people as arrive at all times of the day? We are planning to visit 5th November.
Vicki H
Queanbeyan, Australia55 contributions
I would contact them directly. I loved this place. I arrived at 3:30pm and took me about an hour to look through the museum. I was invited back the next morning to do the walking tour and it was fabulous and so informative. Given it was off season there was no dinner but the free walking tour (with a hilarious guide) finishes with a quality performance. You need to spend a whole morning or afternoon here. The entry cost is $50 NZD but worth it. Also, the entry fee is their only means of funding. The entry is inviting and the grounds are beautiful. The cafe was great too. I finished the walking tour in plenty of time to make the 1:30pm 'Hole in the Rock cruise' at Paihia. I was pleasantly surprised by this place and count it as one of the highlights on my two week trip.
clgodfrey
Christchurch, New Zealand9 contributions
Hi I am enquiring if there is a cost to enter Waitangi (I see there is from reviews) and if so how much and what is included in this? I see there is a café there too? Thx Lois
gismothecat
Leeds, UK49 contributions
Not free. 50 dollars each. Worth it. Great day. However try Book me a web site. May get for 30 each.
Merja E
2 contributions
Hi, is it possible to visit the museum only (we may have only reduced time to visit this site, but would at least like to see the museum)?
Gill T
Banff, UK12 contributions
Hi. Yes I’m sure u can just visit the museum but to be honest it really would be a shame not to see it all and take the tour, personally I’d look at reducing time elsewhere just to do thiis...
swrdcrawford
Conshohocken, PA0 contributions
How far is it from the Cruise Terminal and is it easy access to get to?
Lance L
Scottsdale, AZ85 contributions
Not far, a cab ride is maybe 3 -4 miles
nicolasmith2018
Auckland, New Zealand0 contributions
Hi are we allowed to Bring our dog to the Treaty grounds ?
DrChrisChan
Singapore, Singapore37 contributions
Not unless you want your dog 🐶 on the menu 😂 🤣
mammicino
Adelaide, Australia62 contributions
How long does the tour take? And is it suitable for children under 4 years old?
Thanks
DaveBAmersham
Little Chalfont, UK693 contributions
The guided tour took about 45 minutes. I would say it would not not be suitable for young children. There are no facilities that would be of interest like play areas. The tour would not be of interest because of the deep historical facts being discussed. Very interesting for young and older persons but not children. I can imagine a bored child in this environment would became a distraction to others on the tour. Hope this helps.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds is open:
- Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $50.91, while a popular guided tour starts around $161.85 per person. See all 16 Waitangi Treaty Grounds tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 16 Waitangi Treaty Grounds tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Waitangi Treaty Grounds:
- Skip the Line: Waitangi Treaty Grounds Experience Pass (From $50.91)
- Bay of Islands Shore Excursion: Russell and Waitangi Treaty Grounds (From $161.85)
- Private Tour: Bay of Islands Day Trip from Auckland (From $579.52)
- 5-Day Bay of Islands, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua & Hobbiton Tour from Auckland (From $1,853.40)
- 3-Day Bay of Islands Tour from Auckland (From $1,195.57)
- Hotels near Waitangi Treaty Grounds:
- (0.31 km) Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands
- (0.49 km) Waitangi Holiday Park
- (0.74 km) Blue Pacific Apartments Paihia
- (1.31 km) Abri Apartments
- (1.36 km) Allegra House
- Restaurants near Waitangi Treaty Grounds:
- (0.00 km) Jimmy Cook’s Kiwi Kitchen
- (1.44 km) Third Wheel Coffee Co.
- (1.48 km) Terra Restaurant
- (0.52 km) Whare Waka Cafe
- (1.51 km) Letz Cafe