New Zealand · Bay of Islands
Site du traité de Waitangi
Walk the lawn where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840 and learn the story of New Zealand's founding.
About Waitangi Treaty Grounds
The Waitangi Treaty Grounds are the most important historic site in New Zealand. It was here, on 6 February 1840, that Māori chiefs and the British Crown signed Te Tiriti o Waitangi — the founding document of modern Aotearoa.
The site combines a world-class museum, the historic Treaty House, an elaborately carved meeting house and one of the world's largest ceremonial war canoes — all set on sweeping lawns above the bay.
While You're There
What to See & Do
- Te Whare Rūnanga — the carved Māori meeting house
- Ngātokimatawhaorua — the 35m ceremonial war canoe
- The Treaty House and original flagpole
- Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi
- Daily cultural performance with haka and waiata
How We Can Arrange It
We'll Take Care of the Details
As your booking agent, Mercury Pacific can include Waitangi Treaty Grounds in your tailored itinerary. Here's what we'll handle and advise on so you can simply enjoy the experience:
Allow at least half a day to do the site justice
Guided tours included with admission and run hourly
The cultural performance is a highlight — check times on arrival
Every detail — bookings, timings and transfers — is arranged for you as part of your Mercury Pacific tour.
When to Visit
Year-round; visit on Waitangi Day (6 February) for the national commemoration.
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