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Specialty museums in New Zealand
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa , Wellington
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Specialty Museum
The whole family can get a dynamic and in-depth overview of New Zealand at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, one of the nation's main
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Auckland Museum , Auckland
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Military Museum
Learn about New Zealand's rich history at Auckland Museum, serving as both a major cultural institution and a war memorial. Designed in the 1
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International Antarctic Centre , Christchurch
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Experience the excitement of Antarctica without the risk of frostbite at International Antarctic Centre, dedicated to hands-on learning about
Tours from $37
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Toitu Otago Settlers Museum , Dunedin
4.8
Specialty Museum
Take a journey through the history of Dunedin, following its progress from the earliest communities to the modern city, at Toitu Otago Settle
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Weta Workshop , Wellington
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Lesson / Workshop
Film buffs love Weta Workshop, a museum dedicated to the Oscar-winning special effects company that worked on hits like the "The Lord of the
Tours from $48
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Wellington BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, History Museum, Wildlife Area
Christchurch BEST FOR: Garden, Specialty Museum, Church
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New Zealand

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Far-flung New Zealand has become known for its astounding topography, singular biodiversity, varied climate, and for marrying native Maori and post-colonial European cultures on its two main islands and the multitude of smaller landmasses dotted around them. Free-spirited New Zealanders cultivate a love of sports, sustainability, and the outdoors. Far from other landmasses, the islands existed for millions of years before being inhabited by humans, so an abundance of species have come to thrive in the thick, wild rainforest, vast and rugged backland, and extensive surrounding marine areas. While much of New Zealand tourism centers around adventures through this spectacular scenery, take time to explore the nation's rich cultural heritage as well. The traditions and history of the Maoris, and the industry and internationalism of the descendents of the first European settlers endure in fascinating attractions, ranging from museums, to farms, to places of worship. New Zealand is in South Pacific. Plan your visit to New Zealand and other destinations in New Zealand using our New Zealand trip planner.
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