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Packard Motor Museum - Entry & Self Guided Tour

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Explore the fascinating history of New Zealand’s Motor revolution at the Packard Motor Museum!

Explore the fascinating history of New Zealand’s Motor revolution at the Packard Motor Museum!

This fantastic museum is home to the largest collection of Packard Motor Cars in all of Australasia and also includes an extensive range of other vehicles, machinery and memorabilia from the 19th and 20th centuries.

This amazing collection encompasses; classic motorbikes, English & classic vehicles, fire engines, military vehicles, steam & traction engines, earth movers and pioneer exhibits!

Discover this remarkable collection at your own pace as you take a self guided tour, snap brilliant photos and take it all in.

Fantastic for all ages, the Packard Motor Museum is an informative, fun and unique experience that's sure to be enjoyed by the whole family!

Adult $20.00
Child $10.00 (5 - 15 years)
Family $50.00 (2 Adults & up to 4 Children)

What's included

  • Entry and Self-Guided Tour of the 5 Sheds full of Automotive, Mechanical and Pioneering History

Location

  • 1146 State Highway 14, Maungatapere, Whangarei

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Open Hours: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Available Bookings from 23 Dec to 5 Jan 2025

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  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

  • Adult$10.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$5.00
  • Family$25.00

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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from New Zealand wrote on 24 November 2022

Well worth the visit

3 elderly ladies with limited mobility and one chauffeurse from Age Concern Whangarei, came to see the Packard Museum. What a lot of memories and stories from the past were brought to mind as we viewed the cars and machinery. Really enjoyed this museum. We know very little about cars and machinery but we surely enjoyed our visit. Mel was particularly kind and gave very interesting information. We would recommend anybody going out to see this collection. I didn't know if it was worth visiting, but it certainly was. There's a huge collection to see. A fantastic place for everyone to go to. Thanks a million, Mel; you made our day! My 3 ladies were buzzing with the excitement of their visit!

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Hi Elizabeth, thank you for the review. I did hear the Ladies talking about the vehicles they recognised and it was quite amazing to me, the details they remembered. For many it is definitely a walk through our past and certain can bring back forgotten memories. I'm glad you all enjoyed the visit. See you again one day. Mel. (Packard Motor Museum)

David Acton from New Zealand wrote on 03 April 2022

Hidden Gem

Amazing place that is well worth a visit. A lovely collection and something for everyone.

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christinee7 from New Zealand wrote on 27 October 2024

Fantastic

It was really great and a lot bigger than we expected. And a lot more than just cars. The staff were great and very knowledgeable

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Hi Christine, Thank you or your review. Agree with you 100%. It is a fantastic place to visit , yes, you are correct, it is a lot bigger and a lot more varied than most think or believe. Not lying when we say " 5 Very Full Sheds with memories and treasures galore". Borrowing your words "And a lot more than just cars". At times it is hard to describe. I shall pass on your comment to the staff, they will appreciate that. Once again thank you and don't be afraid to re-visit in the future. From: review-response-7a25a2a9-74ad-4ffb-87aa-0e8dec611f58@mail.bookmemessage.com <review-response-7a25a2a9-74ad-4ffb-87aa-0e8dec611f58@mail.bookmemessage.com >

danielm79 from New Zealand wrote on 29 September 2024

Good car collection

Good sized car collection

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Hi, Thank you for your thoughts - great that you were impressed with the collection. Clare

nimik from New Zealand wrote on 07 September 2024

Fun day at the motor museum

Well worth the visit, absolutely loved it! A very wide range of motor vehicles to admire and learn about, many of them beautifully restored. Would highly recommend a visit to this place.

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From Packard Motor Museum - Entry & Self Guided Tour

Hi nimik, Glad you enjoyed your visit, yes, we do have a huge selection of nearly everything to be seen. We don't actually do restoration work, what you see is really how it started , makes it more impressive. Keep an eye on our website, facebook and other media pages, we do on occasion run startup days, we start the odd vehicle and weather permitting, a ride in a Packard or similarly aged vehicle is available. Well worth the return visit.. Mel

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