
FAQs
Getting to Sculptureum
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Sculptureum is located in Matakana, just a short drive from Auckland. The address is 40 Omaha Flats Road, Matakana, New Zealand.
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Sculptureum is easily accessible by car from several North Island locations:
Auckland City – 50 minutes to 1 hour via SH1
Warkworth – 10 minutes via Matakana Road
Whangārei – 1 hour 30 minutes via SH1
Hamilton – 2 hours 15 minutes via SH1
Tauranga – 3 hours 30 minutes via SH2
Rotorua – 4 hours via SH1 and SH2
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Yes, Sculptureum offers free parking on-site for cars, motorbikes, bicycles, and campervans (day use only).
Need a ride? If you're planning to enjoy Sculptureum wine over lunch or dinner, consider using local transport services such as:
Mai Ride
Matakabs
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Yes, several Auckland-based tour companies offer day trips to Sculptureum, including:
Auckland and Beyond Tours
Experience Kart
Your NZ Driver
General Information
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Sculptureum is open rain or shine! Complimentary umbrellas are available for guests. If weather conditions become unsafe, Sculptureum will post updates on Facebook.
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No, pets are not permitted at Sculptureum or Rothko Restaurant, except for registered service animals.
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Absolutely! Sculptureum is a great family-friendly destination. Children particularly enjoy:
The Palm and Pink Snail Gardens, filled with colourful sculptures.
The rabbits and birds in the animal enclosures.
Please note that Rothko Restaurant is a fine dining space—please be mindful of other guests.
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Yes! Sculptureum has 1.4km of flat, accessible pathways, making it easy to navigate for wheelchairs and strollers.
Need a wheelchair? Sculptureum has a limited number available for guests—please request one at the time of booking to ensure availability.
Note: Some tight turns in the internal galleries and Palm Garden may be difficult for larger powered wheelchairs.
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Yes, for the comfort of all guests, Sculptureum is a 100% smoke-free venue.
Food & Drink
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While Sculptureum does not have a café, guests can enjoy world-class dining at Rothko Restaurant or grab a casual bite from the seasonal food truck.
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No, outside food and beverages are not permitted at Sculptureum (except bottled water).
Dining options include:
Rothko Restaurant – a fine dining experience with a focus on wood-fire cooking and house-made fermented ingredients.
Sculptureum Food Truck – a seasonal option for casual, on-the-go bites.
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No! Rothko Restaurant at Sculptureum is open to all guests—whether you're exploring the gardens and galleries or simply dining.
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Yes! Rothko Restaurant is extremely popular, and reservations are strongly recommended.
Exploring Sculptureum
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The Sculptureum Experience takes approximately two hours to explore the sculpture gardens and art galleries.
If you're planning to make a day of it, we recommend starting with the Garden of Creative Diversity, enjoying lunch at Rothko Restaurant, and then exploring the galleries and back gardens in the afternoon.
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Yes! If your plans change, Sculptureum tickets are valid for six months from the original booking date. Simply present your pass at the ticket counter when you arrive.
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While Sculptureum welcomes walk-ins, booking in advance is highly recommended, especially on weekends, public holidays, and during peak summer months.