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Waitangi Treaty Grounds

1 Tau Henare Dr, Paihia, New Zealand
64 09 402 7437
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Paihia
4.5 of 5 stars 241 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Historic Sites
Owner description: Sweeping clifftop lawns, a giant flagstaff, a unique fully carved Maori meeting house and the historic Treaty House are the setting for guided tours,... more » Owner description: Sweeping clifftop lawns, a giant flagstaff, a unique fully carved Maori meeting house and the historic Treaty House are the setting for guided tours, basic Maori language classes, cultural shows and the world's largest single-hulled canoe (waka). Open daily except Christmas. Essential to understand NZ bicultural history. « less
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Whangarei, New Zealand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

I always take my overseas visitors to Waitangi, it keeps getting better with every visit.

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West Orange, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Beautiful homes, garden, B&Bs, history. Ferry crossing is fun, quick and reasonable.

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Whangarei, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Very well done. really enjoyed the film and the visitors centre. House was very interesting

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Seaham, United Kingdom
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43 reviews 43 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Informative and surprising history of how the British got their hands on New Zealand.

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Wedecided not to book any of the guided tours or demonstarations for our visit. Instead we were happy to use our guide book and wonder around at our own pace. The grounds are beautiful. It is a gorgeous place to visit, with so much history. We loved walking along the back track where you experience breathtaking views of the bay... More

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Kaitaia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Very welcoming, impressive and lots to learn about Maori and Maori culture.

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Edinburgh
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Full of historical interest for the people and culture of Aoteroa, New Zealand. The Treaty grounds are well worth a visit to put in place how New Zealand began for the early immigrants, and for the coming together of two peoples to live in one country. Visit the Treaty House and Te Whare Runanga. Look at the amazing war canoe,... More

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New Plymouth, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

A lovely stroll around the lovely groundsand through the house

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Urenui, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The relaxed method of visiting - you can take a guided tour or just soak up the atmosphere on one's own

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Edmonton, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We visited a few days before Waitangi Day, and enjoyed the experience. We learned so much about Maori legacy and its impact. We enjoyed the views of the Bay of Islands, the war canoes, and the meeting house and other buildings on the site. We wish we could have had more time to wander - but we all agree it... More

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