Top Things to do in North Island
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10 Military Museums in North Island That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in North Island, New Zealand including Engineer Corps Memorial Centre, NZ Warbirds Association, The Lion & Tusk - Museum of the Rhodesian Services Association, Auckland Museum, National War Memorial, Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, National Army Museum, Dominion Museum, Featherston Heritage Museum, Tauwhare Military Museum.
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1. Engineer Corps Memorial Centre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. NZ Warbirds Association
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
NZ Warbirds At Ardmore provides an opportunity to the public to get close to the operational and static aircraft of the Association. Such aircraft on display include ex- military and vintage aircraft such as: -North American T-6 Harvards -Curtis P-40-N Kittyhawk -North American P-51-D Mustang -Supermarine Spitfire Tr.9 -McDonnell Douglas A-4K Skyhawk -deHavilland Tiger Moth -Percival Proctor -Aermacchi MB339C -Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2 -Bristol Scout -Fokker Dr.1 and many others. The visitor center presents flying memorabilia and RNZAF squadron history as well as an extensive scale model collection and aviation library resource. NZ Warbirds At Ardmore is operated by the New Zealand Warbirds Association which is the national umbrella body responsible for the safe management of the operating environment for ex- military and vintage aircraft in New Zealand.
Reviewed By MarkR986 - Dunedin, New Zealand
Fantastic opportunity to get up close to some of the icons of New Zealand’s aviation history - with the majority being flyable examples. Knowable guides to fill in any gaps in your own knowledge. Topped off by an amazing scale model collection.
3. The Lion & Tusk - Museum of the Rhodesian Services Association
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5.0 based on 36 reviews
A unique record of the military history of Rhodesia (now called Zimbabwe) from 1890 to 1980. Displays include and Alouette III helicopter, medals, badges, weapons, uniforms, equipment, shop, souvenirs, library and Memorial Garden. Personal service for every visitor. PLEASE NOTE: 1) We are closed on Public Holidays 2)With sufficient notice we will try and accommodate requests to open by appointment outside normal times/days of operation. Please call the mobile phone number above with your request.
Reviewed By Kenj3858
Recently visited the Lion and Tusk Museum in Tauranga. It is a most impressive display of Rhodesiana Military Memorabilia with a couple of special displays highlighting Kiwis who served in the Rhodesian Army. The Museum is manned by knowledgeable volunteers who are available to answer any questions. A must visit for all residents and visitors to Tauranga. To get the most benefit spend a couple of hours enjoying the displays and browsing the extensive library.
4. Auckland Museum
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4.5 based on 6,640 reviews
Discover and experience Maori culture, with daily cultural shows and an internationally significant Maori and Pacific collection to explore, the Auckland Museum is a must see attraction. Housed in an Iconic building within the grounds of a tranquil park, the Auckland Museum is a place to discover and learn about New Zealand's culture and its natural history. Since 1929, the Museum has served as place of remembrance for the many Aucklanders who have sacrificed their lives in war.
Reviewed By justinwL3694KP - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Much prefer from Te Papa great fun more of a world range to look at really nice way to spend a day. Has cafe food and nice tours, never feel to crowded and have plenty of time to look at everything
5. National War Memorial
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4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By mvjtk9 - Safety Harbor, United States
Dedicated to New Zealanders and military allies from other areas including Great Britain, U.S., Turkey, Australia, Pacific Islands, etc. the memorial is very impressive and has a crupt with an unknown soldier.
6. Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
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4.5 based on 306 reviews
Reviewed By NancyT232 - Gig Harbor, United States
This museum highlights the history of the New Zealand Navy. They use personal stories of individuals to describe historic battles, complete with artifacts and photographs of the individuals, making the stories more personal. There were photographs of contemporary naval personnel as well as wall-size photographs of the crews from historic vessels. Many exhibits were interactive enough to draw you in but not so much as to distract from the story. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. There's a small shop as well as a cafe right on the waterfront. Great way to spend a day in town, and very accessible from the ferry dock. Ferries run every half hour to the main terminal in Auckland. Great place to get away from the cruise ship for a peaceful day.
7. National Army Museum
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4.5 based on 278 reviews
The National Army Museum, is an army war museum in Waiouru, New Zealand, providing access to a unique collection of military exhibits, vehicles, memorabilia and public research material. The Museum is guardian to many of our national treasures, the displays are exceptional, the experience unforgettable.The Museum's Military Archive & Research Library is one of the leading military research centres in New Zealand. The Museum Gift Shop has an assortment of quality products for any special occasion. Kidz HQ is an interactive area for the children to enjoy; with puzzles, dress up and so much more. Our Cafe offers an array of tempting morsels to satisfy your taste buds.The National Army Museum open from 9.00am - 4.30pm seven days a week (with the exception of Christmas Day when the Museum is closed). Discover New Zealand's military history, engage with real life soldiers' stories and reflect on how conflict has shaped our nation.
Reviewed By nzworkingmum - Wellington, New Zealand
A great little museum just off SH1 in Waiouru. We were staying overnight before venturing over the desert road in winter and were looking got something to fill a couple of hours. So glad we did. The café was not open and there is another part they are still developing but the main museum is great anyway. The exhibits take you from the NZ wars right through to present day campaigns (although for some reason the child's activity sheet took us round in reverse order). If you go round in chronological order you finish in a beautiful greenstone memorial.
8. Dominion Museum
9. Featherston Heritage Museum
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
10. Tauwhare Military Museum
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By xantheonix - Cambridge, New Zealand
Happen to drive pass when there was a reenactment event happening and it was definitely worth visiting. The museum itself was amazing and had a great array of item and things to see and read and interact with. The highlight of the visit was talking to all the reenactment actors and listen to their stories, about the war or the Norse and roman guys talk about their get together. There was a jeep to ride in and many vehicles to look at and they had a moth biplane fly over. There were a couple of trenches that the boy loved to go into. The people and organisers were great and even though there was only one food truck which had run out of sausages, the bacon and egg batties they had were yum and great coffee too. Definitely worth the visit and we will be keeping an eye out for the next event.
