NZ Rugby Museum

Experience the grit and glory of the national game with Great North Tours at the New Zealand Rugby Museum in Palmerston North. As the world’s first museum dedicated to the oval ball, this "shrine to rugby" houses one of the most extensive collections of memorabilia on the planet, charting the sport's evolution from its humble 19th-century beginnings to the global dominance of the All Blacks. You can marvel at rare jerseys, boots, and trophies from legendary matches, and uncover the stories of the pioneers who shaped New Zealand’s cultural identity through sport. For those wanting to test their own skills, the interactive Have-A-Go area lets you measure your kicking, sprinting, and tackling power against the greats, making this a high-energy, must-visit destination for die-hard fans and curious newcomers alike.