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MOTAT Great North Road is open from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm every day except Christmas Day.

Nau mai! Haere mai! We extend a warm welcome to you and your whānau to enjoy our inspiring spaces, collections and exhibitions.

MOTAT Mates annual pass is perfect for families and friends who love to visit MOTAT. Our annual pass will give you unlimited general admission to MOTAT, even during school holidays, along with other discounts and benefits.

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.

If you or someone you care for has accessibility requirements you will find the information you need to plan your visit here.

Tāmaki Makaurau is at the Orange light setting of the Covid-19 'Traffic Light' Protection Framework. Plan your visit, and discover the safety precautions we have in place for you to visit safely here.

We occasionally need to close certain areas to perform checks and maintenance procedures. Other times we are changing exhibitions or taking a break away. Check here for any planned closures.

Find your way around MOTAT with this map of our museum sites at Great North Road and Motions Road.

Take time out during your visit to MOTAT and refuel at our café. Delicious coffee, meals, and child-friendly snacks are on offer daily.

Enjoy shopping at our retail store at MOTAT Great North Road or head over to MOTAT.SHOP to enjoy shopping with us online.

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.

Catch a ride on MOTAT's heritage trams and travel between MOTAT Great North Road and Auckland Zoo FREE with general admission ticketing.