A science, technology and innovation museum in the Western Springs precinct, with two sites close together and a free tram between them. The Aviation Hall is at 98 Motions Road, and the Great North Road site is at 805 Great North Road. The collection has more than 300,000 items on transport, technology and social history. Visitors can take a ride on a heritage tram, which is free during opening hours. The heritage trams are not accessible to wheelchair users.
The museum is open daily from 10am to 4pm, with last entry at 3.30pm, and it is open on public holidays except Christmas Day. Tickets can be bought online or at the entrance. A family pass for two adults and up to four children is $45 as at 2026. The website lists a LIVE Day: Flying from 24 to 26 October 2026, and a range of holiday and workshop events. The wharekai café is run by Raha Espresso Bar. The museum is about 10 minutes' drive from the Auckland CBD. Our pick in Western Springs for a family day out with a tram ride.