Heritage and History in West Coast - South Island

New Zealand Heritage & History - Travel Guide to New Zealand historical places and museums.

Places of historical interest in New Zealand, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, historic homes and heritage sites in New Zealand. Pioneer villages, NZ history tours.

Many historic places of interest in New Zealand hold stories of the first NZ settlers and the early history between Maori and European settlers, including the history of the Treaty of Waitangi where the document was signed in 1840 between Maori and the British government, and the history of New Zealand's Maori wars. 

Early pioneer history includes goldmining in NZ and the early European settlements, as well as memorals for New Zealand war veterans. A lot of these museums and sites are located in both the North and South Islands.

Below is a list of New Zealand heritage & history tour guides and places:

 


 

Around the Globe Gold Mine Tours, Reefton

Around the Globe Gold Mine Tours, Reefton

Come join us for this unique experience to visit a real working gold mine, and guided tours of historic Reefton
Molesworth Station Tours, Blenheim, Marlborough

Molesworth Station Tours, Blenheim, Marlborough

New Zealand's leading high country tour specialists. Tour locations in several South Island regions.
Okarito Boat Tours & Guided Walks, Okarito, West Coast

Okarito Boat Tours & Guided Walks, Okarito, West Coast

Guided eco trips designed for gentle cruising enabling you to take in the stunning scenery at your leisure.
The National Kiwi Centre, Hokitika

The National Kiwi Centre, Hokitika

An undercover facility that provides a guaranteed viewing of kiwi in our nocturnal house that replicates their natural environment