SAVE 20% off your pass; Waitangi Treaty Grounds welcomes you on a journey of discovery through Aotearoa New Zealand’s most important historic site, where in 1840 New Zealand’s founding document was signed: the Treaty of Waitangi.

Features of Waitangi Treaty Grounds include Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi, the Treaty House, the carved Meeting House, a carving studio and the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe.

Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi holds a stunning collection of stories and taonga (treasured objects) which bring to life the history of Waitangi. Discover world class interactive displays and enjoy the temporary gallery featuring touring exhibitions.

Te Rau Aroha was opened in 2020 and commemorates the service and sacrifice of Māori in the NZ Armed Forces, sharing stories of heroism, loss and restoration from the world wars and subsequent conflicts.

Visitors to Waitangi Treaty Grounds may purchase a Day Pass which includes a guided tour (50 minutes), a Māori cultural performance (30 minutes), entry to the two museums, the Treaty House, the carved Meeting House, and the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe.

Hāngi and concert evenings are scheduled during the summer months – an intimate cultural experience not to be missed.

The award-winning Waitangi Treaty Grounds is a must-do for all visitors to the Bay of Islands.

The Backpacker Group Members Deal

20% discount off of the Day Pass and 17 and under are free.

You need to be logged in as a member to see the information on ‘How to get your deal’.

Tours & Products

Waitangi Experience Day Pass

Valid for two consecutive days and includes:

Informative guided tour around Waitangi Treaty Grounds (50 minutes)

Māori cultural experience (30 minutes)

Full access to New Zealand’s most important historic site, including all heritage buildings and the world’s largest ceremonial waka.

Entry to Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi

Entry to Te Rau Aroha Museum of the Price of Citizenship

Hāngi and Concert

5:30pm to 8pm.

01 Oct 2025 – 26 Oct 2025

Tuesdays and Thursdays

27 Oct 2025 – 24 Dec 2025

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

26 Dec 2025 – 28 Feb 2026*

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

*THIS DOES NOT OPERATE 02 FEB 2026 – 09 FEB 2026

01 Mar 2026 – 23 Apr 2026

(we will not operate on Anzac Day 25 Apr)

Rates vary so please go to our website to check them out and dont forget to use your 20% discount

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Terms & Conditions

  • Available for The Backpacker Group members only
  • A valid The Backpacker Group membership card with identification must be presented to staff to claim discount
  • Direct bookings only
  • Not to be used in conjunction with any other discounts, promotions or deals

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