Free general collection tours

Our friendly and knowledgeable team is here to introduce you to the art, artists, stories and histories that make up our Gallery. Free English-language tours of the building and general collection highlights are 45-60mins long, happening every Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon at 1:30pm. Free tours depart from the red couches in the main foyer. Please register your place on the day by checking in with the front desk. Maximum 15 people; spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be booked in advance.

Private English-language tours

Private English-language tours are 45-60mins long, have a minimum of 6 people required and can be booked by emailing gallerytours@aucklandartgallery.com. Please note that tours are subject to guide availability and must be booked a minimum of two weeks in advance. A bespoke tour route can be tailored to your group’s specific areas of interest or singular exhibition of choice; please let us know any relevant details at the time of your booking enquiry and we will do our best to accommodate. Please note that additional charges will apply for a private tour of a ticketed exhibition.

Tours are also available for education groups and can be booked by emailing us.

Mandarin language tours

Our tour guide will take you through Auckland Art Gallery’s permanent collections, reveal the stories behind the artworks, explore the history of the building, and provide a world-class experience. Mandarin-language tours are 45-60mins, have a minimum of 6 people required and can be booked by emailing gallerytours@aucklandartgallery.com. Please note that tours are subject to guide availability and must be booked a minimum of two weeks in advance.