1 / 3MOTAT Aviation Hall
📍 Western Springs, Auckland
Auckland aviation museum with historic aircraft displays, VR flight simulators, hands-on helicopter cockpit controls, and multi-projector visual effects. A free tram connects both MOTAT sites.
Lots of history and information. Could have spent far longer at the aviation hall. The Motat museum was OK with the simulated flight with VR Google being really good. That would be even better if longer and maybe buzzed around Auckland some more. But that's not really the point 🤔😁. All well worth a visit and includes the free tram ride between the two. Easy bus ride from city on the number 18.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
A rainy-day winner with real depth — kids want to touch and try everything, and adults find the aviation history and locomotive exhibits equally engaging. The free tram ride between sites adds to the day.
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stuart hawkes
2 months ago
“Lots of history and information. Could have spent far longer at the aviation hall. The Motat museum was OK with the simulated flight with VR Google being really good. That would be even better if longer and maybe buzzed around Auckland some more. But that's not really the point 🤔😁. All well worth a visit and includes the free tram ride between the two. Easy bus ride from city on the number 18.”
Sushant Sehgal
2 months ago
“I am so glad that such places exist for it kids to witness/absorb and learn from. My daughter particularly enjoyed calls on traditional phones. As an adult I enjoyed the locomotives as well the printing press. I am glad you can take some nice prints as souvenirs. Pram/Stroller storage is a great idea by MOTAT.”
Zoltán Weinhardt
2 months ago
“The whole family really enjoyed the museum. Interesting for both kids and adults. Even better pick on a rainy day. They've got visual effects (multiple projectors) with sound to tell about history and Interesting facts. Also a helicopter (non working of course) cabin which you can see and try all its controlls.”
John Baatjes
6 months ago
“Went to a talk by Jude Dobson about her book of The Last Secret Agent! Great space and a must-see for anyone visiting Auckland plus Dobson’s book is a must-read for everyone!!!”
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Overview
MOTAT Aviation Hall covers New Zealand's aviation heritage through interactive displays and hands-on exhibits. Visitors try VR flight simulators, sit in helicopter cockpit controls, and explore historic aircraft. Multi-projector visual effects recreate historical moments. Locomotives, printing equipment, and traditional phones appear in the broader collection. A free tram links both MOTAT sites with a stop at Auckland Zoo available. Primarily indoor. Cafe on site.
