Just out of Milton is the Old Sod Cottage. Easy to see on side of road.

Mitchells Cottage is one of the best surviving examples of the stonemason's craft in New Zealand.

Very few Kiwi's will realize that we had a "Russian Scare" and built defences as a result.

Impossible to miss. On side of road in full view as you are heading south from Ngahere.

Brunner Mine remains the largest death toll from an industrial accident in New Zealand History

This is a very diverse park displaying a multitude of different industrial machinery and transport.

A great wee regional museum, showing how life was in the early days of this settlement.

A unique slice of New Zealand history. We have so many amazing collections to see in New Zealand.

The Bulls Museum is situated in the former "Stables" building in the centre of town.

A rare piece of New Zealand history. The blockhouse was 1 of 3 privately linked (visually) defences.

One of the great things in Whanganui is the close proximity to the CBD of places to visit.

A little piece of our Aviation History that few would know about. Our most northern base during WW2.

A lot to see here. Learn how gum diggers lived and worked. Hard life back then. A good 30m walk too.

Local Māori, Croation migrants along with European settlers developed our Kauri Gum fields

I am continually amazed at the depth and quality of private automobile museums we have around NZ.

Samuel Marsden was evil but his involvement in NZ and Australian history was immense.

Memories and Honour of the 28th Māori Battalion are cherished by all that have served.

See the Battery Stamper in action, along with the water wheel.

Take a ride on a piece of Wellington history. Make some historic memories now.

Another of our wondrous Auto Museums, just off SHWay 1 at Paraparaumu.

Featuring about 60 vehicle including 1936 Bugatti Atlantic and 1937 Bugatti Ventoux.

A historic 1847 Georgian kauri home built in Tauranga by missionary Alfred Brown.

In a beautiful setting amongst oak trees and gardens is one our largest farming museums.

They had reason to complain, for Denniston was a miserable hole. That's what they said.

I almost drove right through Ross and decided to stop. Was a blessing in disguise. Fantastic.

Shantytown recreates a 19th-century gold rush town with historic buildings and exhibits,

The Blackball miners' strike of 1908 was a pivotal event in New Zealand's labor history.

Near Reefton, the mine offers insights into early 1900s gold mining with preserved relics.

Built in 1889, a historic red-brick landmark of Victorian architecture near Queens Park.

Totara Estate is where the New Zealand Frozen Export Meat Industry started.

I think this is one of the best and most diverse mines to visit in New Zealand. Unlike any other.

Waikouaiti Museum is a must-visit if interested in local history, showcasing the town's rich past.

The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, located at the Hermitage Hotel in Aoraki/Mount Cook Village

The memorial to scientist Ernest Rutherford (1871–1937) features a statue as a young boy.

The Church of the Good Shepherd is one of the most photographed buildings in New Zealand.

Waikari Reserve is situated midway between Amberley and Culverden in North Canterbury

Interactive exhibition detailing the 2010-2011 earthquakes, personal stories and the recovery.

Britomart Reserve, bustling in the 1840s, features 1808 cannon commemorating British sovereignty.

Parliament offers free guided visits exploring the Beehive, Parliament House, and historical insights.

Old St Paul’s is a stunning 1866 Gothic Revival wooden church, known for it's architecture.

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, Len Lye Centre is NZ's first facility devoted to a single artist.

1870's Greenway family bought and transformed it into a beautiful Victorian style dwelling.

New Zealand's oldest stone building, offers a fascinating glimpse into early colonial and history.

The Dannevirke Gallery of History offers visitors a glimpse into the rich heritage of Dannevirke.

The Museums and De Molen Windmill. The Flax Stripper Museum is a must visit and a great story.

You don't have to have a record to be inside. But come have a look at what it would have been like.

Tairāwhiti Museum, offers a deep dive into both Māori and European histories of the region.

Classic Flyers Museum of aviation history. Cafe for a coffee and snack before your big flight.

Do your homework before you go because there is so much to see, you won't fit it all into a single day.

Tamaki Māori Village offers a cultural experience, showcasing Māori heritage and hospitality.

Maungauika a defended Māori Pa for 800 years became a NZ Defence site during the world wars.

One of NZ's great defence projects, completed late, over budget and fortunately never needed.

15,000 works take a long time to see, enjoy and learn about. Might take more than one visit.

Step back in time at Howick historical village: Auckland’s living history museum.

Learn about All Black "Originals" first historic tour and NZ rugby culture.

Waitangi in English means Noisy or Weeping Waters. A possible reference to Haruru Falls,

Started in a small cottage on Grafton Road in 1952, it soon outgrew itself. Look at it today!

Sir Peter Jacksons personal and extensive collection of war memorabilia is also on display.

Surf Boards to Ketches. Over 130 watercrafts. Celebrating our maritime history.

New Zealand Soldiers have served across the globe. Learn of our contributions.

Pioneer Village has some great historic buildings which include the Waimate North Courthouse

Explore the history of the river and early Dargaville by following the Butter Barques and Gum Trail.

The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum started nearly 130 years ago.

The Fairlie Heritage Museum is a must-visit attraction for anyone interested rural history.

The Putaruru Timber Museum about 1km South of Putaruru on the left

The Waikouaiti Museum is a must-visit spot for those interested in local history.

The Edwin Fox Maritime Museum in Picton offers a fascinating glimpse into maritime history.

Over 200 Classic cars on display covering 120 years of history.

Learn about New Zealand's National and Cultural History on the waterfront.

Taumarunui played a pivotal role in New Zealand’s transport and economic history.

History, Technology and Learning all in one near the city centre.

A rich collection of Māori and colonial artifacts, offering an immersive glimpse into our history.

Bluff’s maritime heritage, featuring exhibits on whaling, oyster fishing and shipwrecks.

Explore the rare, unusual and the iconic vehicles on display at the museum.

When you visit historic Thames, be sure to go to The Goldmine Experience.

The largest private auto Museum of its type in the world. Over 300 classic vehicles.