War Memorial Museum, <em>Auckland</em>
Auckland

War Memorial Museum, Auckland

About War Memorial Museum

The Auckland War Memorial Museum counts among the most significant museums and war memorials in New Zealand. Its exhibits focus on the past, historical background, and military stories of New Zealand making it one of the top places to see in Auckland. A variety of symbolic characteristics were built into the museum.

Sequences from the war were portrayed by the carvings on the frieze flowing around the exterior. Just above the windows, the titles of battles in which New Zealanders battled can be seen engraved.

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Open 7 days a week
Free entry
Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

War Memorial Museum Highlights

• The War Memorial Museum Auckland is one of the most popular tourist attractions in New Zealand, famous for the great stories related to military expeditions of the country.
• The museum is dedicated to the history and memory of New Zealand's involvement in wars and military conflict. 
• The museum has a collection of over 15,000 artifacts, including weapons, uniforms, and equipment used by New Zealand soldiers.
• The museum also has a library with over 40,000 books and documents relating to New Zealand's military history.

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