International Antarctic Centre

Museum Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
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What to expect

The International Antarctic Centre is a visitor attraction and public science discovery centre located in Christchurch, New Zealand. It features Antarctic exhibits, a café, and bar, as well as interactive experiences such as an Antarctic snow storm room, meetups with husky dogs, and rides in Hägglunds all-terrain vehicles. The centre is also home to a little blue penguins exhibit and is involved in the rehabilitation of penguins from the wild. The centre is a great place for families, with a range of activities suitable for all ages, including a 4D theatre and an HD theatre. It is located next to Christchurch International Airport and is open every day of the year

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the centre and experienced the Antarctic Storm and the Hagglund Ride

Highlights: The kids loved the husky and penguin encounters and the behind the scenes penguin tours ✨