The 5 Best Art Museums in Auckland, North Island

May 3, 2022 Deane Carmody

The Māori call Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau — a maiden desired by 100 lovers, and a valuable territory fought over for centuries for its fertile land and natural harbors on the Pacific Ocean (to the east) and Tasman Sea (to the west). Today, it’s New Zealand’s largest city: A vibrant and diverse place where nature and urban life go hand-in- hand, with 48 volcanic cones, more than 50 islands, and 29,000 km of coastline and beaches just minutes away from the arts and shopping of the central city.
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1. Connells Bay Sculpture Park

142 Cowes Bay Road, Auckland, Waiheke Island 1971 New Zealand +64 9-372 8957 [email protected] http://www.connellsbay.co.nz
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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Connells Bay Sculpture Park

The Connells Bay Sculpture Park hosts a private collection of large scale sculpture by New Zealand artists bringing art and nature together on a two hour + guided walk in a beautiful coastal landscape. Bookings by apointment only. $30pp. PLEASE ENQUIRE FOR A BOOKING AS SOON AS YOU KNOW YOUR TRAVEL DATES AS THE WALKS FILL QUICKLY

Reviewed By Trek219898

The owners have done a great job of returning this site to native bush and framing some fantastic art works by New Zealand Artists. Do not be put off by the access in our view this is an absolute must visit and shouldn't be missed. Jo and her husband have obviously made a very major investment in bringing this site to life. We couldn't stop talking about it after we left

2. McCahon House Museum

69 Otitori Bay Road, Titirangi, Auckland 0604 New Zealand +64 9-817 6148 http://www.mccahonhouse.org.nz
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McCahon House Museum

Reviewed By SallyT1105

A 'must see' if interested in NZ art and McCahon's work. Alice gave us a tour and we became fascinated with the house and learnt more about McCahon's life and how he made this small house his families home. There are opportunities to discover more about his art with audio and visual stations. Alice was a friendly & informative guide and we felt like we had discovered a real treasure snuggled in beautiful Waitakere bush. Thank you to the The McCahon House Trust and all involved.

Wellesley St E Corner Kitchener, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand +64 9-307 7700 [email protected] http://www.aucklandartgallery.com
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4.5 based on 1,866 reviews

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki is New Zealand’s most compelling visual arts experience. Enter between majestic kauri (native tree) columns to explore four floors of exhibitions, seven centuries of art and one of Auckland’s most iconic buildings. Experience world-class touring exhibitions, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of traditional and contemporary international works and discover the largest permanent collection of New Zealand art right in the heart of Auckland city. The Gallery offers a lively calendar of talks, performances, film screenings and children's activities to complement its exhibition programme. Please visit our website to see what’s on. Join a free Gallery tour in English 11.30am and 1.30pm daily. Open daily 10am-5pm (except Christmas Day) and 10am–9pm on Fridays.

Reviewed By Ruinsgal

The Auckland Art Gallery offers a great opportunity to explore New Zealand art - from early portraits of Maori statesman to the latest in contemporary art. The current Colin McCahon exhibit is a focused and well-curated look at the artist's relationship with Auckland The building itself - linking architecturally as it does the traditional and the contemporary - is worth a visit in and of itself.

4. TSB Wallace Arts Centre

72 Hillsborough Road, Hillsborough, Auckland 1345 New Zealand +64 9-639 2010 [email protected] http://tsbbankwallaceartscentre.org.nz
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TSB Wallace Arts Centre

5. Corban Estate Arts Centre

2 Mt Lebanon Lane, Henderson, Auckland 0612 New Zealand +64 9-838 4455 http://www.ceac.org.nz/
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