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National Museum of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga is one of the prime tourist attractions in Rarotonga. Well known for the incredible natural beauty and the exotic treasures, Rarotonga is the capital of Cook Islands. With glittering lagoons, lush greenery, and volcanic peaks, the unspoiled beauty of Rarotonga makes it paradise for tourists. Apart from exploring the natural beauty, discover the artifacts and learn about the culture of Rarotonga. Visit the National Museum of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga to know more about the rich collection of artifacts.

Rarotonga tours are your golden opportunity to see the aqua marine lagoons, the sparkling waters of the ocean and try out various adventurous activities such as snorkeling, diving, kayaking and deep sea fishing. The white sandy beaches are the major attraction of Rarotonga. Among other sightseeing spots, you can also visit the museum which showcases the artifacts dating back to the ancient times. The National Culture center houses the National Museum.

Things to see in the museum:

National Museum in Cook Islands is a must feature in your sightseeing trip in Rarotonga and travelers coming here must visit this place. You can see a small collection of South Pacific and Cook Islands artifacts. The display of items from different periods of time reflects the historical background and the art forms present in the ancient times. Reaching the museum is easy and it is visited by many tourists and locals.

Collection at the museum

In addition to relaxing on the white sandy beaches, trying out the water sports, watching the whales and shallow lagoons, you can also take out some time exploring the handicrafts and items from the past. The National Museum in Rarotonga, Cook Islands is worth a visit to see the exceptional examples of the Cook Islands handicrafts. The collection at the museum includes a canoe from Pukapuka which was built with planks fastened together in the old style, the island's first printing press. One of the famous artifacts found here is the bell and compass from the Yankee- a famous yacht that wrecked in 1964 on the reef behind the Beachcomber.

Timings of the museum:

National Museum of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga remains open from Monday to Friday and the timing is 9am to 1pm. On Saturdays it is open from 9:30am to 1pm, and on Tuesday from 4 to 8pm.

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