MOTAT is a science, technology and transport museum in the Te Wai Ōrea Western Springs Precinct, Auckland. It has two sites close together, the Aviation Hall at 98 Motions Road and the Great North Road site at 805 Great North Road, linked by a free heritage tram. Its collection has more than 300,000 items, and visitors can take a ride on a heritage tram and see objects such as a jetpack and an early airline bag. The museum says it suits toddlers, families and enthusiasts alike.
It is open daily from 10am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm, and is open on public holidays except Christmas Day. A family pass for two adults and up to four children is $45 as at 2026. Tickets can be bought online or at the entrance. Food and drink are served at the wharekai café, run by Raha Espresso Bar. The website says the heritage trams are not wheelchair accessible, and not all areas are suitable for wheelchairs. MOTAT is about 10 minutes' drive from the Auckland CBD. Our pick in Western Springs for a family day among old planes and trams.