Te Papa Museum is New Zealand’s national museum that displays fascinating and interactive exhibits on different aspects of the country and its evolution. A visit to the museum is a must for anyone holidaying in Wellington as it allows tourists to enjoy a comprehensive glimpse of the history, culture, artistic heritage, environment and treasures of the nation. The museum’s state-of-the- art exhibits have been designed to be interactive so that visitors can experience a fun filled day at the museum whilst learning through the various displays. Located along the city’s picturesque waterfront, the museum attracts streams of locals and tourists on a daily basis.

Te Papa Museum’s collections are divided into 5 themed areas which are History, Art, Pacific, Maori and Natural Environment. Each of these sections showcases captivating exhibits that include national treasures of the Maori culture, re-created sections of New Zealand’s topography and hundreds of the land and water creatures that inhabit the country. Be sure not to miss visiting the museum’s exhibit of the world’s biggest specimen of a giant squid that is known as the Mesonychoteuthis Hamiltoni. The Museum is also equipped with a café, visitors’ store, kid’s store and a library.

Many of the main Wellington tourist attractions are easily accessible when staying at the Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay. This contemporary hotel is nestled in a picturesque location overlooking the Wellington Harbour, and within walking distance of the Te Papa Museum and the city’s premier entertainment, shopping and commercial zones. Guests staying at this elegant hotel are sure to enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable holiday in New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington.