Auckland Museum & Maori Performance

OVERVIEW

Watch an eye-opening Māori cultural performance at the Auckland Museum, which holds a treasure trove of Māori and Pacific Island artifacts. As an introduction to the city, you will drive past many of Auckland’s most emblematic attractions, such as the Victorian Era buildings in Parnell, the city’s first suburb. While crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge, you will be treated to panoramic views of the skyline and the needle-like Sky Tower that rises above the sprawling urban landscape. Inside the museum, the focus with turn to Auckland’s proud Māori heritage. The performance will add more texture to your understanding of the Māori culture as it will include traditional songs, storytelling and a haka ritual meant to show physical prowess and Māori pride. You will have plenty to reflect upon on the return drive and photo stop at Bastion Point.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn about the Māori and Polynesian cultures by browsing the Auckland Museum.
• Watch a Māori performance of traditional dances, songs and storytelling.
• Admire the architectural icons while driving through downtown Auckland.
• See a different perspective of Auckland from the coastal lookout on Bastion Point.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.