Accessibility
Our whole site is wheelchair and mobility-scooter friendly. You'll find ramp access at the Hastings Street entrance.
Parking
Street parking is on Southampton Street South and Hastings Street. There is also disability parking beside the Hastings Street entrance.
Food and drink
You're welcome to bring your own food and drink when you visit. Pack a picnic and enjoy it in our gardens. Quench your thirst at the drinking fountain outside Te Whare Waiaroha.
There is no food for sale at Waiaroha but you'll find lots of places to eat around the corner along Heretaunga Street.
Meeting Room
Looking for a space for your next meeting,
workshop, or presentation? Waiaroha has a
meeting room available to book online
through SpacetoCo.
With flexible layouts and modern facilities,
our spaces are ideal for hui, training
sessions, or community gatherings.
Book a meeting room at Waiaroha
Toilets and changing rooms
Waiaroha has public toilets available.
Visitor journey
Outdoors
Our outdoor space takes you on a journey from mountains to sea. Follow the colourful panels and touch, turn, lift and slide to learn about our water. See inside the drinking water treatment plant along the way.
Water features
Pump, spray and twist water at our hands-on water features.
Indoors
Te Whare Waiaroha, our indoor discovery centre, is full of games and activities for all ages. Chill with a storybook or watch a film if you need a break from all the action.
Book a school visit
We'd love to host your class at Waiaroha.
School visits are free and can now be
booked online through our booking system, SpacetoCo.