What you can do in 30mins
Only have 30 minutes? You can still have a meaningful museum experience.
Join one of our knowledgeable guides for a 30-minute Express Guided Tour, offering a quick but insightful introduction to the stories of New Zealand’s soldiers.
Visit our latest exhibition, WWI: New Zealand and the Great War
Take a moment for reflection by laying a poppy at Roimata Pounamu Tears on Greenstone, our memorial to those who served this country.
In just half an hour you can connect with powerful stories, discover remarkable history, and take away a deeper understanding of New Zealand’s military past.
Discover your history at the National Army Museum Te Mata Toa.
REVIEWS
We decided to take a guided tour and are so glad we did. The tour was informative taking us on a journey with the New Zealand Army from New Zealand early pioneer wars through to present day peace keeping missions. Our guide was well versed and full of interesting information. We got a discount for being Gold Card holders. Highly recommended.
Pongaroa, Napier
This venue exceeded our expectations with a fantastic insight to the New Zealand Army. The objects and personal belongings displayed with dignity and respect. And the Café food was exceptional.
Dave B, United Kingdom
Came across this when holidaying in NZ. Displays are very authentic and include all sides of combat not just NZ experiences. Café is also handy and made for an enjoyable visit.
Paul Stedman
Had a really good wander around the exhibits, almost had to be dragged out.
M Kos
Excellent guide – targeted student NCEA research requests and accessed great material. Thoroughly well-prepared Librarians who supplied an excellent range of topics.
Carmel College
Very informative, we all loved it. Great information about Tangiwai and what war is about. Liked the Tour Mates, useful to focus attention.