Location: Northland Region
Top Things to do in Northland Region
10 Museums in Northland Region That You Shouldn't Miss
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Restaurants in Northland Region
1. Creative Kiwi Arts And Crafts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Creative Kiwi Arts and Crafts is both a Gallery and Gift Store and a Working Studio for Artists and Crafts People. A place where visitors young and old can come to interact with artists and crafts people, watch them at work and to learn about the various crafts. Come see glass artists, wood turners, painters, illustrators, clay artists, bone carvers, sculptures and many more. We offer 100% New Zealand made Arts & Crafts made by New Zealand artists.
Reviewed By 1751489Travelbug - Tillsonburg, Canada
Staff was so wonderful and helpful! We got to see the Kiwi close up! The Museum is very interesting.
2. The Northland Firehouse Museum Trust
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
From the first Hand Cart to the Modern Engine and everything in between. Models and Photos of progression throughout the years in New Zealand and around the World. Uniforms, Badges, Helmets, Equipment and Full Size Engines on Display. This is the largest publicly owned display in Northland, New Zealand. Summer Offer: After Hours Tour By Appointment Text or Phone 2076308638
3. Butler Point Whaling Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 73 reviews
By appointment, only, we give conducted tours of the Whaling Museum, restored Historic 1840's House and Gardens. We have picnic facilities so you can enjoy the grounds after the tour. Appointments are necessary for arrangements with tour guides.
Reviewed By MikeyTA - Christchurch, New Zealand
So worth visiting while in Doubtless Bay, allow 1.5-2 hrs for well guided tour and a wander around the grounds. Pre-book and arrive on time. Carefully curated small museum and historic home. Learn about the area and local and international whaling. Beautiful gardens and views of the harbour and Mangonui. Could take a picnic lunch for after the tour.
4. Fern Flat Pottery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Jonas_Studer81
A visit at the Fern Flat Pottery is a must do, if you are in the vicinity of Kaitaia! Marguerite and Rod Davis are inspirational artists and lovely humans with a big heart for nature and art. Their terracotta work is amazing! A must do for all art lovers!
5. Planetarium North
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
No visit to the southern hemisphere is complete without a tour of the evening sky. We are fortunate to have our closest neighbouring star, and the nearest galaxy, visible to the unaided eye - if you know where to look. Our Planetarium displays the sky perfectly no matter what the weather is doing outside. We have 5000 stars ready to admire and a wealth of knowledge to show you how to find your direction, perhaps even to read the time using the stars above. And visitors to the Planetarium have the added treat of using our telescopes after the main program if weather conditions allow.
6. Burning Issues Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By fandingo - Auckland, New Zealand
We found our anniversary celebration gift at this gallery, and the added bonus was looking around a lovely space, with great energy and beautifully displayed artwork. The owner also gave us a recommendation on where to eat which was brilliant!
7. Village Arts Gallery
8. Simply Fun
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By LARRYR889 - Auckland, New Zealand
This small shop is located close to the ferry in Rawene and opposite the BoatShed cafe. It is run by the couple who run the Labyrinth Woodworks and Puzzle Museum in Omapere. We understand that the plan is to focus on the Rawene shop in due course. The shop is run variously by the puzzle collector or his wife. We visited on 2 occasions and met both. It was an excellent experience on both occasions. When the husband was there he gave us a couple of puzzles to try. They defeated me though my wife did well, and he made them look easy! As well as a wide range of puzzles to try there is a small display or puzzles and a large selection of puzzles and games to purchase. Very well worth a visit.
9. Hihiaua Cultural Centre
10. The Kauri Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 817 reviews
The Kauri Museum tells the story of the mighty kauri tree, its fascinating gum and pioneering past. The Kauri tree is the focal point and theme of this museum, showing the different stages of how this giant wonder fueled industries that sustained communities of the early settlers. The Museum has over 4,500 sq mtrs of undercover attraction, and is a 'Must See'! Visit our heritage Museum en route to the ancient kauri trees in the Waipoua Forest. Visitor Information Centre on site with main focus on the western route of the Twin Coast Discovery Highway and Northland. Disabled friendly, lots of free parking spaces available, accommodation and cafes nearby. Location: 5 Church Road, Matakohe, New Zealand 0593 Hours: Mon - Sun: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Open every day except Christmas Day)
Reviewed By rhondabP4198IT
This museum was incredible, the massive, Kauri gum collection, alone, was mind boggling. There is much to see and learn, and the beauty of this museum, is the community behind it. It has an army of volunteers, who are dedicated and so proud, of what has been achieved there. Many exhibits, have kindly been donated with pride as well. Even the Manequins faces, have been caste from local identities. The meticulous, attention to detail, with all the exhibits, even the sawmill, is astonishing. Well worth the cost of entry. $25 per adult. The shop attached, is worth browsing at, for gifts or momentoes. The friendly, helpful, paid staff, makes a wonderful atmosphere. There is plenty to enjoy and learn, for the whole family. Across the road nearby, is a café to have a recharge, after such an inspiring time, exploring the Musuem. Enjoy and allow for plenty of time, to step back in time.
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