Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum
Akaroa, New Zealand
A museum on a quiet bay of Banks Peninsula, with a carved meeting house, a waka and a collection of settler buildings. The road from Akaroa winds over the hills, so allow an hour; large vehicles should check the route first.
- Nearest town
- Akaroa, New Zealand
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- -43.7340, 173.0350
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, October and December–January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum?
Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum is in Akaroa, New Zealand, at GPS -43.7340, 173.0350.
Which road trips pass Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum?
Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Christchurch and Banks Peninsula to Akaroa.
What is there to see near Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum?
Places worth a stop nearby: Akaroa Waterfront and French Quarter (9 km), Barrys Bay Cheese Factory (10 km), Sumner Beach and Cave Rock (28 km) and Timeball Station, Lyttelton (29 km).
When is the best time to visit Okains Bay Māori and Colonial Museum?
The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, October and December–January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)