National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy

The Navy Museum showcases the story of the New Zealand Navy through the ages. Onsite playground and cafe - exhibits suitable for all ages.

  • Words by Tourism New Zealand
  • Last updated 16 Jul 2024

The Navy Museum showcases the story of the New Zealand Navy. Visitors to the Museum can take a journey through the memories, perils, loss and triumphs and humour of the men and women who served - and continue to serve in the New Zealand Navy.

A vast array of fascinating objects, personal reflections and models tell the story of the navy and the individuals who were and are part of it. Discover the luckiest ship in World War 1, marvel at the massive gun taken from a submarine sunk by two small New Zealand minesweepers in World War 2 and try some Navy uniforms on for size, whilst you check out how sailors lived on ship in our mess deck. There's something for everyone at the Navy Museum.

Location Te wāhi
64 King Edward Parade, Devonport
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Town: 10 minute walk from Devonport Ferry Terminal., Airport: 38km to Auckland International Airport., Bus: 807 bus from Devonport Ferry Terminal., Parking: Yes carpark on site with disabled parking spaces.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Inside exhibitions, onsite cafe and playground.

  • Welcome to the Navy Museum - we have something for everyone.
  • Great selection of food and beverages at Torpedo Bay Cafe including a kids menu.
  • Onsite nautical themed playground visible from the Torpedo Bay Cafe.
  • Learning together at the Navy Museum.
  • The Boatshed.