Dunedin - Otago Museum

1km northeast of the Octagon, is the Otago Museum, in a large and handsome building (1876 by David Ross). The museum's rich collections bear witness to the prosperity of Victorian Dunedin and the interest in self-improvement of its citizens, who presented their art treasures to the museum.

There are five main departments: the culture of the Maoris and the Pacific area; the natural history of New Zealand; archaeology and ancient and classical civilizations; oceanography; and science and technology (with a science center for children, Discovery World).

Discovery World offers hands-on experiments and engaging exhibits for visitors of all ages. A Tropical Forest awaits with live butterflies, hot-weather-happy inhabitants, and a lush garden.