Exhibition
Long term exhibition
The exhibition is located within the Mountains to Sea exhibition, Level 2.
Entry is free.
Long term exhibition
Meet the 495-kilogram squid, dramatically lit in its six metre-long tank.
Visitor Information
See the only colossal squid specimen on display in the world, right here at Te Papa ... read more
Displaying the colossal squid
Find out about preparing the colossal squid display ... read more
Take a virtual tour of
the exhibition
Can't make it in to Te Papa? Take a look at the Colossal Squid exhibition from home ... read more