Highlights
- Unique art destination in Matakana
- 1 hour drive north of Auckland
- 1.5km of sculptural gardens & 6 art galleries
- Restaurants on-site for wine & food
Description
Located in the beautiful wine region of Matakana, Sculptureum is a great destination for wine tasting, lunch and experiencing local art. Matakana is a 1.5 hour drive north of Auckland on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island. Known for its wineries, good food and surrounding beaches, Matakana is popular as both a day trip or short break from Auckland.
One of the top Auckland attractions available for art and wine lovers, the Sculptureum Experience in Matakana has something for everyone. Start off by making your way through 1.1km of classical and reflective gardens in the Garden of Creative Diversity, leading into 6 indoor art galleries. Each spacious art gallery at Sculptureum has a different theme, which is what makes this Matakana activity a unique Auckland art destination. To finish off this creative experience, explore two beautiful sculpture gardens before checking out the eateries and Sculptureum wine available onsite.
With sculpture gardens, artwork and palm trees as a backdrop, you can also enjoy wine and food at Sculptureum in Matakana (additional cost). Taste delicious seasonal produce with a glass of Sculptureum wine at the Rothko Restaurant, deemed one of the top Auckland restaurants. Or relax in Freddie’s Outdoor Kitchen for casual family-friendly dining.
Trip Includes
- General Admission to the Sculptureum Experience
- Wine tasting & food platters available to purchase on-site (additional cost)
Duration
Departures
- Open 10:00am - 4:00pm
- Departs from 40 Omaha Flats Road, Matakana (1 hour drive north of Auckland City)
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- Child rates apply (6-16yrs)
- Children 0-6yrs are free of charge
- Rothko's Restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday (closed Monday & Tuesday)
- Freddie's Outdoor Kitchen is open Friday to Tuesday (closed Wednesday & Thursday)
- Photos allowed in all art galleries / sculpture gardens
- Free parking available on site
- No BYO food or drink permitted in Sculptureum
- Sculptureum is smokefree
- This experience is wheelchair accessible
Normal Retail Price
- General Admission:
- Adult NZD$45.00
- Child (6-16yrs) NZD$20.00
- Family (2 Adults & 2-3 Children) NZD$110.00
All prices shown in NZD$.
