International Antarctic Centre

38 Orchard Road, Christchurch Airport, Canterbury 8053 New Zealand

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Fri 9a-5:30p

Independent
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Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms
No Wifi

“Experience the wonder and magic of Antarctica without leaving Christchurch, at one of New Zealand’s best, award-winning tourist attractions.”

The International Antarctic Centre is your destination for authentic, interactive fun and provides an exciting experience of Antarctica for visitors of all ages. It doesn’t matter whether you’re 2 or 92 – there’s hours of fun here for everyone.

We are located next to Christchurch International Airport and open every day of the year from 9am – 5.30pm.

You’ll visit ‘Antarctica’ the snow and ice experience, survive an Antarctic Storm, learn about life in modern day Antarctica and Scott Base, and hang out with Little Blue Penguins! There’s also the famously exciting Hagglund ride and an awesome simulated 4D cruise, Happy Feet 4D, plus heaps more!

It’s quite possibly the closest you’ll get to Antarctica without mounting your own expedition!

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Fiona

4 Reviews
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February 03, 2019

Rated 5.0

Fantastic experience! The Haaglund Ride was an adventure with our very knowledgeable driver, the behind the scenes tour was really interesting and informative and the exhibits were really interactive. We lasted 1 minute in the Antarctic Water Challenge!!
The centre caters for all ages - we went with our 15yo sons and it kept their interest for the 3 hours we were there.
Highly recommend!!!

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