Waitangi Treaty Grounds
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If there's one place in Aotearoa that every visitor should make time for, it's this one. The Waitangi Treaty Grounds is where the story of this country really begins, and the site does a genuinely good job of telling it. Two solid museums, beautifully kept grounds, and a ceremonial waka that you have to see in person to appreciate the scale of.
The guided tours are consistently praised across hundreds of visits, and the cultural performance is the highlight for most people. It's held inside the meeting house which keeps numbers intimate, and that makes a real difference. If you can stretch to the Hāngi and Concert package, do it. The food is good and the whole evening experience lands differently than just a daytime visit. Promo code RANKERS gets you 10% off, which is a handy saving given this is a full half-day (at least) experience.
A few people over the years have flagged the price as a stretch without a discount, and honestly I get that. But the depth of what's here earns it. Go in with some curiosity about NZ history and you'll leave with a much clearer picture of why things are the way they are in this country.
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds
The Waitangi Treaty Grounds is New Zealand's most important historic site and are an absolute must-do when you are in the Bay of Islands - the grounds are rich in history and stories of the momentous events that have shaped our nation.
OPENING HOURS: Mon - Sun, 9am to 5pm
COST: $40.00 – Day Pass/General Admission | $110.00 – Hangi & Concert
With a Day Pass, you’ll enjoy admission to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Museum of Waitangi, Guided Tours, Cultural Performances and full access to the expansive grounds of New Zealand’s most important historic site. With our great value Day Pass and free entry for children up to 18, there are so many reasons to put Waitangi Treaty Grounds at the top of your list of things to do in the Bay of Islands.
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The Waitangi Treaty Grounds are open daily from 9am, closing at 5pm from March 1 to December 24, and 6pm from December 26 to February 28, except Christmas Day. Guided tours and cultural performances run at various times throughout the day, with schedules changing seasonally. The Hāngī and Concert evening experience operates seasonally from October to April on selected days, starting at 5:30pm. |
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Use discount code RANKERS with Waitangi Treaty Grounds and save 10%. |
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Nice half day tour.
Janneke van Krieken -
Wonderful museum.
dan dalgleish -
Guided tour and cultural experience.
Nancy Logan -
Very friendly, very helpful people.
Amy Clark -
Much to look at and enjoy.
Anita de Boer
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A MUST visit.
CC our tour guide was fantastic. Very informative and easy going. The culture show was equally as good.
Beautifully kept grounds and the view is amazing!!
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Incredible and humbling experience.
We booked the Hāngi and Concert and felt honoured to have experienced the Māori culture, history, hospitality and generosity.
The museums are incredible and packed with must-know history.
The forests were beautiful too - lots of birds to see!
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My wife and I did the Hāngi, concert, tour and cultural performance.
Amazing historical museums and very grateful to learn and experience some incredible maori culture in such an engaging way with their stories told through masterful group performances right up close as well.
The team are friendly and very engaging. Easy 5 stars and must experience for everyone.
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We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
The guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. The Maori show was excellent and because the meeting house limits the number of people who can attend it results in quite an intimate setting. I would recommend to anyone that they should go if they get the opportunity.
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We did the all inclusive package with the kids.
Walk around the park was really interesting, history easy to follow by all ages. Host at the hungi and concert was brilliant, show well worth it and food tops. Kids had 3 serves of dessert...
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Nice half day tour.
Interesting history and beautiful surroundings. The big war canoe is very impressive. Also the museum itself is definitely worth a visit.
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A must see when visiting NZ.
Tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. Setup was superb. Maori cultural display was fantastic.
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An excellent introduction into the history of New Zealand and the Maori culture.
The live performance was a definite highlight and I would highly recommend.
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An insightful museum with an informative tour and excellent cultural show.
A definite essential on any NZ itinerary.
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In my opinion, a very good introduction to the story of the Maori people and their relationship with the English Crown.
You can spend a long time there, there is really a lot to see and the place itself is very beautiful. It is really worth it if you want to understand part of this country's story.
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Well kept grounds with historical significance.
They can do a better job explaining the history to non-New Zealanders though.
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A MUST visit.
CC our tour guide was fantastic. Very informative and easy going. The culture show was equally as good.
Beautifully kept grounds and the view is amazing!!
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My wife and I did the Hāngi, concert, tour and cultural performance.
Amazing historical museums and very grateful to learn and experience some incredible maori culture in such an engaging way with their stories told through masterful group performances right up close as well.
The team are friendly and very engaging. Easy 5 stars and must experience for everyone.
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Incredible and humbling experience.
We booked the Hāngi and Concert and felt honoured to have experienced the Māori culture, history, hospitality and generosity.
The museums are incredible and packed with must-know history.
The forests were beautiful too - lots of birds to see!
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We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
The guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. The Maori show was excellent and because the meeting house limits the number of people who can attend it results in quite an intimate setting. I would recommend to anyone that they should go if they get the opportunity.
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We did the all inclusive package with the kids.
Walk around the park was really interesting, history easy to follow by all ages. Host at the hungi and concert was brilliant, show well worth it and food tops. Kids had 3 serves of dessert...
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Nice half day tour.
Interesting history and beautiful surroundings. The big war canoe is very impressive. Also the museum itself is definitely worth a visit.
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An excellent introduction into the history of New Zealand and the Maori culture.
The live performance was a definite highlight and I would highly recommend.
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A must see when visiting NZ.
Tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. Setup was superb. Maori cultural display was fantastic.
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In my opinion, a very good introduction to the story of the Maori people and their relationship with the English Crown.
You can spend a long time there, there is really a lot to see and the place itself is very beautiful. It is really worth it if you want to understand part of this country's story.
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An insightful museum with an informative tour and excellent cultural show.
A definite essential on any NZ itinerary.
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Wonderful museum.
Guide for the tour was well informed. We walked over from the campground.
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Great Haka dance, guided tour - too much information and we could not understand the guide that well.
Still a must do.
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Guided tour and cultural experience.
Very interesting and knowledgeable tour guide. Fantastic cultural performance.
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Definitely worth the money if you can get a discount, otherwise perhaps a little overpriced.
The concert/choir is the highlight, you have to register for it at the entrance counter.
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Impressive and very well done museum.
I learned a lot about the history of New Zealand. Definitely a must do thing for all travellers. Worth the price of $40.
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Very informative about the history of the place.
Performance nicely set up and all together not too serious. The park hides the crowds well. Awesome boat with interactive information.