Museums Wellington
Museum of Wellington City & Sea
Discover the intriguing stories of Wellington's history in this historic building filled with precious objects, beautiful displays and stunning technology. READ MORE Museum of Wellington City & Sea
Cable Car Museum
Climb aboard an original ‘relentless red rattler', see the winding machinery and fully restored 1905 grip car and marvel at the history of this unique system. READ MORE Cable Car Museum
Colonial Cottage Museum
Step back in time and experience colonial family life with a tour of Wellington's oldest original cottage and its heritage garden - the best example of its type in the country. READ MORE Colonial Cottage Museum
collections
From precious Māori Taonga to replica British crown jewels and maritime art – the collection focuses on the history of Wellington. READ MORE collections
what's on
Te Upoko o te Ika a Māui
Explore the unexpected and unusual stories of the greater Wellington region
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Museum of Wellington City & Sea
activities and tours
Ship 'n Chips Tour
Voyage through history and discover Matiu/Somes Island. READ MORE Ship 'n Chips Tour
Kids' Birthday Parties
Create a memorable day for your little ones and choose from one of our fabulously fun parties. READ MORE Kids' Birthday Parties
One of the best in the world
The Museum of Wellington City & Sea has been named one of the world's top 50 museums by The Times
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learning
Interactive and stimulating education programmes designed to complement your classroom activities – and they are lots of fun.
