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Rotorua Museum, Rotorua

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#1 of 17 in Museums in Bay of Plenty Region
#Art Museum, #History Museum
Centrally located in the iconic Bath House building, Rotorua Museum can be explored from basement to rooftop, with fantastic views of the city and lake. Stunning exhibitions, changing art galleries, cinema experiences and informative guided tours bring to life the amazing stories of this unique region. Arrange your visit to Rotorua Museum and discover more family-friendly attractions in Rotorua using our Rotorua trip itinerary site .
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  • By Victoria D On March 11, 2018
    The Museum remains closed. If it is a nice day, it is worth entering the venue. It has well-kept, beautiful gardens, it seems a private park. It's nice to explore, beyond the Museum, that we could not enter. The place, loved me to pass and be there awhile.
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  • By pytsje m On March 11, 2018
    You can visit the museum or photography, but is currently closed. Unfortunately there is a steel fence for, what you see on the pictures back. Nevertheless, a beautiful building, but currently not to visit.
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  • By retireeVancouver On March 9, 2018
    This Museum is very close to the Government rose gardens. I was impressed with its size and half timbered architectural style. Enjoy its presence in the park from afar as this building is closed for r...  more »
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