Voyager New Zealand Maritime Museum

The Maritime Museum of New Zealand Hui Te Ananui A Tangaroa is an Auckland, New Zealand marine museum. It is situated on Hobson Wharf in downtown Auckland, next to the Viaduct Harbour. It features displays that cover New Zealand's maritime history, from the early Polynesian explorers and settlers to modern-day America's Cup successes. Its Maori name is 'Te Huiteanaui-A-Tangaroa', which means "keeper of Tangaroa's riches" (the Sea God). Rodney Wilson was the museum's founding director, leading fundraising efforts from 1989 to 1993, the year America's Cup competition was hosted in Auckland. The anticipated cost was NZ$11.1 million.

The New Zealand Maritime Museum is a must-see for any maritime enthusiast visiting the City of Sails (the local nickname for Auckland). It houses a treasure trove of nautical exhibits from the past and present, ranging from ancient Maori vessels to vintage warships and even America's Cup racing yachts. The museum also hosts frequent sailings in Waitemata Harbour, providing visitors with a unique perspective on the region's historic vessels and maritime history.

Location: Lower Hobson Street & Quay Street, Auckland, North Island 1010

Website: maritimemuseum.co.nz