International Antarctic Centre

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The International Antarctic Centre is home to the New Zealand, Italian and United States Antarctic programmes, but its museum and visitor centre is the main reason to visit the centre.

The Antarctic Centre is a fascinating attraction if you are interested in Antarctica. It includes exhibits relating to Antarctica including a simulated Antarctic environment, penguins and you can even ride on a Hägglunds Antarctic vehicle.

Our address

Address:
38 Orchard Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch 8052
Bus purple, 15, 960 (stop: Antarctic Centre)
Telephone (03) 357 0519
Website www.iceberg.co.nz
Admission $59, students $45
Open 9am–5.30pm daily

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  • Mark 👻, 07 Apr 2016


    Penguin feeding and the ride in the artic vehicle is good. The 4D show was enjoyable as well.

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  • Tav, 25 Jan 2016


    Kids will love it. The ride in the snow truck is awesome go under water and down a steep hill

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  • Douglon, 03 Oct 2015


    Only cool thing was the ride. It's best if you get to sit next to the driver. Other than that, this museum was kind of a disappointment

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  • Lucila, 06 Feb 2015


    OMG what an fun place!! Make sure you experience the storm and see the penguin feeding!

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  • Adin, 25 Feb 2014


    If you are a local tell them and they'll discount you. If you are a local, been before and bring a group of people they're let you in for free!

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  • Ash, 12 May 2013


    Bit pricey for what you get out of the experience. Go for knowledge, not for entertainment

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  • Jun Min, 11 Dec 2012


    Snowstorm's really cold! good experience though!

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  • Dwight Jason, 22 Dec 2011


    MUST VISIT: Make sure to try the 'Antarctic Snowstorm Experience'. You can also watch the feeding of penguins at the 'NZ Penguin Encounter'.

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  • Richard, 07 Sep 2011


    Great attraction - a must see ..

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  • Liz, 27 Aug 2011


    The cafe makes yummy hot breakfast, much more affordable than the restaurant at the Sudima.

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  • Nicole, 05 Aug 2011


    Make sure you see one of the penguin feedings, great friendly staff.

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