Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Spend the day exploring the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while soaking up the scenery and story of New Zealand’s most important historic site.

Your Waitangi Admission includes access to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, entry to Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi, Te Rau Aroha Museum of the Price of Citizenship, an informative (50-minute) guided tour, cultural performance (30-minutes), Waitangi – Birthplace of a Nation introductory film and full access to New Zealand’s most important historic site, featured icons, bush walks and the spectacular views of the Bay of Islands.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Local guide

Live entertainment

All activities

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

1 Tau Henare Drive, Paihia New Zealand

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Discover the history of New Zealand Waitangi Treaty Grounds welcomes you on a journey of discovery through New Zealand’s most important historic site. An absolute ‘must-do’ for all visitors to New Zealand, the award-winning Waitangi Treaty Grounds is one of our nation’s premier attractions and tells New Zealand’s story of two peoples coming together as one, under the Treaty of Waitangi, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Admission is valid for two consecutive days and includes: Full access to New Zealand’s most important historic site, including all heritage buildings and the world’s largest ceremonial waka, entry to Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi, entry to Te Rau Aroha Museum of the Price of Citizenship, informative guided tour around Waitangi Treaty Grounds (50 minutes), Māori cultural experience (30 minutes)

Admission Included

Options

International Experience Pass

Reviews

4.66

292 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

233

Fabulous Experience
Dorothy S,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to learn about Maori history and culture. Spread across 2 days gives you plenty of time to enjoy everything on offer
Great day of learning
512elizabethk,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We thoroughly enjoyed a whole day at this amazing, informative museum and cultural center. The lunch we had at the cafe was also tops.
An excellent live tour from Cici
W3560WWgillians,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My partner and I joined the 12 noon tour guided tour with Cici. We were both impressed with her knowledge and memory of historical facts. She related to the tourists with a friendly demeanor and spoke clearly for us to understand. I was very impressed with her Maori pronunciation. Many tours these days are recorded and tourists just listen to the recording. However, Cici gave us a live tour with anecdotes and answered all of our questions. We were very impressed with her professionalism. P. S. It was good to see you walking backwards Cici, because I have heard that it's good for your health. 😉
Poignant
Kylie s,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I only had an hour because of another trip and some heavy rain that hit so I can only make a very limited comment. I was able to attend the Cultural Performance which quite literally moved me to tears. To stand at the birthplace of a nation and be welcomed so beautifully by an ancient culture is really special. I had time to visit one of the museums and take some time to reflect at the flag pole. When I head back to NZ again next year I’ll go back and really take my time.
Great way to spend a sunny morning
GadgeUK,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The grounds guided tour was great and was a fantastic way to spend a sunny morning if in Paihia. The museums were modern and informative. The cultural performance was a little touristy and cringe for us kiwis, however there is a good cafe with a good range of food and good coffee at a good prices.
DO NOT BUY TICKETS FROM TEIPADVISOR
Freedom604057,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
PLEASE DO NOT BUY TICKETS FROM TRIP ADVISOR IT IS $35 for residents and they charge you extra for nothing when it’s $35 each for residents. I’ve asked for a refund from trip advisor. DO NOT BUY FROM THIS SITE
Waitangi treaty grounds revisited
sheldonj660,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Came here as a kid, hadn’t been back so decided to do a refresher! . The museum is well maintained, lots of information! Lovely walk through the grounds, the treaty house is beautiful, loved the views when at the flagstaff, and the amazing Waka! Really great experience, highly recommended for anyone traveling to NZ to learn about the treaty’s
Ripped Off
CarlM2372,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Wow was so ripped off. We paid $150 for our family and nothing else offered than a museum with little in it. We saw the waka and that's it. Not worth what we paid. All we heard was the same history taught in schools all over NZ.
Wonderful Visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
975pened,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I visited the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for the first time with a group of cousins. We all have historical connections to the region and to what happened at Waitangi, but it was our first time to visit in “tourist” mode. We were all blown away. Visiting Waitangi Treaty Grounds is a must for New Zealanders of all backgrounds. It helps to give all an understanding of what took place in this historically important place in 1840, and how our present was impacted by what happened there. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and the information on display well put together. During our tour we had the amazing Cee Cee (Not sure if that is how her name is spelt) who was informative, funny, but also quick to pull out facts and answer questions on demand. Put the Waitangi Treaty Grounds on your list of places to visit. It is a must for all New Zealanders.
Cultural experience
Paula W,
Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolute must visit place , the history surrounding this area gives you a feel for the culture and lifestyle of the Māori people. Loved the guided tour and the show