Te Papa Tongarewa is New Zealand's national museum and one of the leading museums in the Southern Hemisphere. Its Maori name means 'place where treasures are gathered', and the museum combines art, history, culture, and nature in an innovative waterfront building. Highlights include the 495 kg colossal squid and the moving Gallipoli exhibition with 2.4x life-size sculptures. The museum features interactive experiences like the earthquake house that simulates earthquakes. Entry is free for New Zealand residents, paid for international visitors.