4 New Zealand History Tours Worth the Day

1.Auckland: All Blacks Experience Guided Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 453 reviews · 1h 30m · from $41Our pick

Follow an English-speaking guide through seven interactive rooms covering Māori and Pasifika culture, All Blacks history and Kiwi values. Walk the player tunnel, face a powerful haka, test your rugby skills, then browse Auckland’s largest All Blacks store.

“as a big fan of rugby game and my love for All Blacks, this was an amazing and at some moments slightly tearful (im not crying, you are crying) experience. amazing tourguide who knows a lot and shared that with us. the interactive part was also so much fun.”

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2.All Blacks Experience: Interactive Guided Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 228 reviews · from $42

At Auckland’s All Blacks Experience, an enthusiastic guide leads you through Māori culture, rugby history, player stories, a replica changing room, hands-on challenges, and a powerful haka. Guides such as Sam, Ben, Tanya, and Rueben are noted for bringing the story to life. Allow 90 minutes and wear flat shoes.

“This experience was great fun. I am not a big fan of football (soccer) but I was glad I went here. Very interactive and did learn more about the sport.”

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3.Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 205 reviews · from $16Best value

Join a small group of up to 15 for a guided tour of Dunedin’s 35-room Olveston Historic Home. Hear about the Theomin family, see original furnishings, Japanese ceramics, Italian paintings, and a 1922 Fiat, then explore the one-acre gardens at your own pace.

“The gardens and the welcoming friendly staff. The tour was informative and our guide, Kay, was obviously very passionate about the home and its history - and it showed. Great time.”

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