Welcome to the new Waitangi.
Waitangi welcomes you on a journey of discovery through Aotearoa New Zealand’s most important historic site. Explore the two new contemporary museums, Te Rau Aroha, Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi, the carving studio, the Treaty House, Te Whare Rūnanga (Carved Meeting House), traditional Māori waka taua (war canoes) and enjoy a full programme of tours and cultural performances.
Family.
Discover Waitangi.
Discover Waitangi with the whole family. Children are free and receive a Discovery Trail on arrival. The Family Pass is only $50 for a New Zealand family and is valid for 2 days.
Plan.
Plan your day.
Visitors to Waitangi purchase an Experience Pass which includes admission to the two new museums, all heritage buildings and a full programme of tours and cultural performances.
Waitangi Day.
February 6.
Visit the Treaty Grounds on February 6 to commemorate Waitangi Day.
New.
Te Rau Aroha .
Listen to the personal stories from soldiers of the 28 (Māori) Battalion in our newest museum, Te Rau Aroha. The state of the art museum presents the Māori commitment and sacrifice in war in a way which has never been done before.
Innovative.
Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi.
The award-winning Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi features large-scale interactive touchscreens, impressive audio-visual experiences and over 500 images to tell the story of New Zealand's founding document.
Relax.
Whare Waka Café.
Surrounded by native bush and overlooking the waka taua (war canoes), Whare Waka Café offers a relaxing setting to enjoy a coffee, brunch or lunch during your visit to the Grounds.