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Buried Village Experi...
Stories of survival and resilience are told throughout our museum exhibits and i ......
Heritage Auckland Wal...
Discover Auckland's hidden gems with our eco-friendly 2-hour walking tour. Uncov ......
Hobbiton Movie Set an...
Combine two iconic New Zealand attractions in one day with our Hobbiton Movie Se ......
Tūhura Otago Museum ...
Come visit the largest science centre in New Zealand. With a Tropical Forest fil ......
Express Wine Tour and Mā...
This is a relaxing, educational and entertaining wine tour via visiting 2-3 vineyards, tha ......
Stand Up Paddle Adventure
Come and journey with us on a SUP Adventure to explore and connect with our moana (sea) and whenua (land).
Sculptureum Experience - ...
Be inspired with a day trip to the acclaimed Sculptureum; a unique art destination that is ......
The Old Gold Trail, Half ...
Old Gold Trail, Arrowtown & Central Tour Travel by luxury vehicle with local gui ......
From Cave to Coast Wellin...
A 5-hour guided tour of both coastal Wellington and downtown highlights. Tour highlights i ......
West Coast Treetop Walk &...
Treetop Walkway Adventure If you find yourself wondering what there is to do in New Zeala ......
Hobbiton Express Tour fro...
This small group tour is an easy day trip from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set. The day i ......
Entry to the Knights of t...
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre is Marlborough's single most visited attraction. Storie ......
Evening Champagne Cruise
Make your way down to Te Anau’s historic wharf, and step aboard an elegant vessel on thi ......
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Step into the magical world of Middle Earth with our Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland ......
Wine Tasting & Scenic...
A land based tour in the beautiful Bay of Islands area including Wine Tasting, Lunch at ......
Waitangi Admission Pass
Discover Waitangi’s contemporary museums, Māori cultural performances in an authentic M ......
New Zealand Maritime Muse...
Discover our rich maritime history with engaging exhibits, galleries, interactive experien ......
Dolphin & Wildlife Cr...
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard!
Dinosaur House Museum
Raetihi's Dinosaur House holds New Zealand's largest collection of privately owned dinosau ......
Cape Reinga & Ninety ...
Journey to the very tip of the North Island and uncover a region of rich Māori tradition ......
Visit Te Puia Geothermal ...
Discover the geothermal wonders and rich Maori culture of Te Puia Geothermal Valley in Rot ......
Wellington's Historical W...
Embark on a historical odyssey and discover hidden stories, architectural splendour, and t ......
Scenic Lake Rotoiti Kayak...
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Scenic Lake Rotoiti Day tour, granting you a ......
West Coast Discovery Tour
Experience the rugged beauty of Auckland's west coast on this discovery tour. Visit the ic ......
Private Luxury Auckland -...
Set off on a private adventure from Auckland to discover the mesmerizing geothermal wonder ......
Taupo Sailing Adventures
Experience the best way to explore Lake Taupo and choose the most environmentally friendly ......
Classic Wine Tour - Depar...
Be whisked away to Queenstown’s neighboring wine region, Gibbston, where you will spend ......
A Round at WellyPutt Mini...
Experience mini-golf like never before at WellyPutt! Wellington's highest rated mini-g ......
Nomad Safaris Lord of The...
Explore the magical side of New Zealand and understand why this beautiful country was chos ......
Dolphin & Wildlife Ec...
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard! Enjoying an amazing ......
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves &...
Experience the best of Rotorua's geothermal wonders and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one incr ......
Nomad Safaris Quad Bike I...
This is New Zealand’s most spectacular quad biking, where the adventure is in your hands ......
The Riverhead Tavern Kaya...
Discover the Riverhead Tavern, a charming spot on the serene Waitemata River, ideal for ka ......
Kauri Museum
Deep in the heart of an ancient forest that's gone, the Kauri Museum celebrates one of the ......
Premium Wine Tour
Best Wine Tasting Tour in Waiheke, New Zealand. We have worked hard to make sure our wine ......
Russell Mini Tours
Romantic Russell – Steeped in history with a very checkered past. Bus tour departing fro ......
The Hells Gate Experience
Hell's Gate is the most active geothermal reserve in New Zealand and home to its only mud ......
Rotorua Jade Carving Stud...
Step inside our Rotorua Jade Carving Studio for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience ......
Scenic Circuit
Scenic Tour Hear some of the local history and lifestyle stories. Waitangi Golf Club loo ......
Waka Ama Adventure (Outri...
Come and journey with us on a Waka Ama Adventure to explore and connect with our moana (sea) and whenua (land).
5 Day Majestic Milford, G...
Discover New Zealand's South Island with our 5-day independent scenic coach tour! Start an ......
Super Cruise Combo - The ...
See it all and do it all on our super cruise combo combining the best of the The Cream Tri ......
Nomad Safaris Routeburn -...
One of New Zealand’s Great Walks – the Routeburn Track, is waiting for you! Available ......
Nomad Safaris combos - Da...
Nomad Safaris is proud to partner with select operators to bring you a variety of unique e ......
Coach House Museum
Welcome to our world class museum, home to an outstanding collection of rural New Zealand ......
Olveston Historic Home To...
Olveston was built as a family home and furnished with fine art, furniture and artefacts, ......
Silent electric boat hire...
Explore the beautiful Kerikeri river on a silent electric boat. No boating experience required!
Manea Theatre Attraction ...
Manea Footprints of Kupe is a 75-minute multisensory journey of guided storytelling – th ......
3D Trick Art Gallery
Immerse yourself into 2D paintings posing and acting, when you take a photo it changes to 3D photos.
The Farm Tour
The Farm Tour is an hour long guided tour, travelling through a farm environment on a cove ......
Auckland City Discovery T...
Explore Auckland on a half-day city tour featuring top attractions like Mission Bay, One T ......
Sustainable sailing to th...
Step aboard, explore Lake Taupō, and discover its natural beauty and hidden wonders with ......
Rotorua Highlights inc Te...
Experience nature & Māori culture in our Rotorua Highlights tour which includes guide ......
Shared Tour (English)
This is our classic experience. During this tour, you will share a 90 min astronomy experi ......
Silver River Stargazing T...
Silver River™ Stargazing is Lake Tekapo’s leading small group stargazing tour. Large ......
Matakana Art & Wine E...
Explore Auckland’s countryside, where art meets winemaking. This day trip including r ......
Wine Tasting & Lunch...
We visit three (3) vineyards : offering some unique wine varieties only grown in Nort ......
Hobbiton Movie Set & ...
Explore the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and the geothermal wonders of Te Puia in one amazing ......
Waiheke Island Cultural E...
Experience Waiheke Island from a Māori perspective. Enjoy stunning sea views over the Hau ......
Mauao Walk and Workshop
Our Mauao Walk and Workshop allows you to experience cultural history and learn the enviro ......
Scenic Cruise Guided Walk
Cross the South Fiord taking in all its majestic beauty and allow us to show you some of t ......
Whakarewarewa Living Maor...
Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of the Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village wi ......
Nomad Safaris - Queenstow...
Experience New Zealand’s most spectacular quad bike rides, off road 4WD adventures, guid ......
Queenstown Luxury Private...
Travelling through glacial valleys, around towering mountains and stopping off at spectacu ......
Glenorchy Kiwi Special To...
Come along with Queenstown Expeditions as we take you on our Glenorchy Kiwi Special tour o ......
All About Paradise Half D...
Mystical morning & afternoon half-day expeditions to Glenorchy and the famous Paradise ......
Hundertwasser Art Centre ...
Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery celebrates visionary painter, ecol ......
Lochmara Day Trips
Cruise to Lochmara, one of Marlborough's most popular destinations, taking in the surround ......
Hobbiton & Rotorua in...
Our Hobbiton & Rotorua including guided tour at Te Puia day trip combines two of the North Island top attractions.
Queenstown Highlights Tou...
Sit back, relax and soak up the scenic sights on this fun and informative morning of guided sightseeing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Art, Culture and Heritage Activities
1. What is the most popular culture in New Zealand?
The indigenous people of New Zealand are known as Māori. Māori cuisine, Māori language, and Māori customs are all very important aspects of life here.
2. Is New Zealand good for art?
New Zealand is rich with all forms of art. The country's scenic beauty, captivating historical attractions, and distinctive fusion of traditional and modern lifestyles make incredible muse for New Zealand artists, and it is reflected in their work that is often included publicly in many towns.
3. What is the cultural capital of New Zealand?
Wellington is the cultural capital of New Zealand. When visiting Wellington, you will be blown away by the diverse and unique artistic life.
Art, Culture and Heritage activities to See and Do in New Zealand
Find the best cultural activities, art galleries, New Zealand heritage tours, Maori performances, and NZ heritage sites and cultural attractions throughout NZ with See and Do NZ.
New Zealand is rich in history and heritage. This sailing adventure brings you along to explore Maori rock carvings! There is also a walking tour of the footprints of Kupe found in the Hokianga.
If you're into native wildlife, then Kiwi North in Whangarei is a great place to go, where you can see real Kiwi birds! There are also countless wine and food tours to allow you to really taste the essence of New Zealand.
The best places for Art, Culture and Heritage in New Zealand
There is history and art around every corner in New Zealand. One of New Zealand's most well-known historical events is the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. This museum in Paihia, Northland, will tell you all about it and more! However, if you're looking for something a little more outgoing, this Earnest Kemp Cruise explores one of the world’s largest freshwater volcanic craters, Lake Taupō!
If you're looking for mind-blowing art, the Weta Workshop is for you! It is part film set, part creative workshop. Come along and find out which famous film!
