New Zealand's National Museum Ranked Among Top 1% Attractions Globally

Wellington's iconic Te Papa Tongarewa (Museum of New Zealand) has been crowned in the Top 1% of "Best of the Best Attractions Worldwide" in Tripadvisor's 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards – solidifying its status as a must-visit global destination! 🏆 Why Te Papa Shines: ✔️ Ranked #1 in New Zealand & 5th in the South Pacific ✔️ 14,400+ reviews on Tripadvisor with a stellar 4.7/5 rating (11,127 ★★★★★ reviews!) ✔️ Praised for its rich Māori taonga (treasures), the immersive Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War exhibition, and the interactive Te Taiao Nature zone. 💬 Te Papa CEO Courtney Johnston: "This award cements our place as a bucket-list destination for travelers worldwide." 🎟️ Ticket Update: Since September 2024, international visitors (16+) pay NZD 35, while NZ residents still enjoy FREE entry. 🌏 Visitor Stats (2024/25): ✔️ 1 million+ visitors (428,000 international) ✔️ Top overseas guests: Australia, UK, US, Germany & France ✔️ Avg. stay: 121 mins – proof of its unmissable exhibits! 🗣️ Dr Arapata Hakiwai (Māri Co-Leader): "To retain our #1 spot while introducing international fees is incredibly rewarding." 🏅 About the Award: Based on real traveler reviews over 12 months – no paid promotions, just pure wanderlust love! #NewZealand #Wellington #TePapa #MuseumMagic #TravelNZ #BucketListNZ #CulturalGem #MustVisit #ProudlyNZ