Plan Your Visit
Opening Hours
WE ARE OPEN DAILY, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Open on all public holidays except Christmas Day.
Ticket Prices
You can buy your tickets online, or at the entrance at either of our museum locations.
FREE entrance for children under age of 5
Access to our two locations
Travel for free all day on our heritage trams – currently travelling between Great North Road and the Aviation Hall on Motions Road, see more.
MOTAT Mates Annual Pass
A MOTAT Mates membership offers excellent value and is perfect for people wanting to visit MOTAT more regularly. Receive unlimited general admission to MOTAT, even during school holidays, along with other special offers and benefits. Buy a membership for yourself or family, or as a gift for someone else.
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Find out what the future of fitness looks like with Sports Tech, a whole weekend of fun activities focused on the innovative world of sports technology.
23 May - 24 May 2026 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM
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Full steam ahead this May!
17 May 2026 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM
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TWO EXTRA DATES UNLOCKED! A unique opportunity to discover the MOTAT collection like never before.
Saturday 22 August and Saturday 31 October
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Forces of Flight
Discover the forces that take you sky-high!
Exhibition on now
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Head into MOTAT and say cheese for an exciting day focused on photography sciences!
21 Jun 2026 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM
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There's always time for play!
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Accessibility
Some areas are not wheelchair accessible due to stairs, confined spaces, and uneven surfaces.
If you or someone you care for has accessibility requirements you will find the information you need to plan your visit here.
Current Closures & Maintenance
We occasionally need to close certain areas to perform checks and for maintenance work. Other times we are changing exhibitions or setting up for something new:
Check here for any planned closuresLocation & Parking
Located just 10 minutes drive from the Auckland CBD via the North Western Motorway, MOTAT is easy to find when you take the St Lukes Road off-ramp, Exit 6. We recommend planning your journey with Google Maps.
Learn moreMOTAT Maps
Find your way around MOTAT with these maps of our two museum locations at Great North Road and Motions Road. Plus information on the short heritage tram ride between them.
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Food and Drink at MOTAT
Our wharekai café has reopened, selling hot and cold beverages and cabinet food items. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drink to enjoy while visiting – take a break in our Rūma kai or picnic on the grounds.
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Heritage Trams
Catch a ride on MOTAT's heritage trams along the Western Springs Tramway, taking you between our MOTAT Motions Road and MOTAT Great North Road museum spaces.
Learn moreShop
Visit us in-store or online. Enjoy shopping at our museum retail stores at MOTAT Great North Road and MOTAT Aviation Hall, Motions Road or browse and shop online at motat.shop
Shop onlineFacilities
We have plenty of facilities available to ensure your visit to MOTAT is comfortable and safe. There are parent rooms, first aid rooms, and plenty of spaces to enjoy some time out with your whānau.
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