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Taupo Museum

4 Story Place, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
(07) 376 0414
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Ranked #5 of 19 attractions in Taupo
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Museums
Traveller Description: For those travellers who enjoy learning about the culture of the places that they visit in New Zealand, the Taupo Museum should be visited. This... more »
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We recently visited the Taupo area and decided to visit the local Taupo Museum (NZ$5 adult entrance fee). This was a decent museum, much smaller than Rotorua Museum and less enjoyable than the Tongariro National Trout Centre and Museum near Turangi, but it made for a good afternoon activity and source of local history. We liked the exhibit fishing displays... More

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Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I loved that you could go inside the caravan to look at all the retro stuff - well thought out.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Located right in the middle of town behind the i-point tourist information center and with ample free parking out front, the Taupo Museum is absolutely worth a visit. Its displays give interesting insights in to the history of the area. Nostalgic displays of early period items vividly convey life in the early days of Taupo. A beautifully preserved, richly carved... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

So interesting and rich in history, I could have stayed here all day! The gardens, kids corner, the demonstrations and information - I walked out of here learning so much about New Zealand that I didn't know, and only $5. Immaculatly kept, lovely friendly staff. Would definately recommend checking this museum out!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Lovely to wander round and see all the history. Makes you understand more about Lake Taupo and its beginnings and history

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Napier, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Well its $5 to get in for adults and I really didnt think it was that great at all.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Great service, great people and just an awesome museum to visit

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

i found this was prefect to kill some time on a rainy day, close to Lake, information centre and lots to learn.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011

We were pleasantly surprised on our visit to Taupo Museum. The display on early logging in the area was particurlarly well done. Overall an excellent little museum.

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