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International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch

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#2 of 20 in Museums in Christchurch

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Experience the excitement of Antarctica without the risk of frostbite at International Antarctic Centre, dedicated to hands-on learning about explorations on the icy continent. Cool down with a visit to the indoor polar room, chilled to -5 C (23 F) and filled with frosty features such as an ice cave and simulated blizzard (warm clothing is provided). Take a ride on a hagglund, a special vehicle used to get over difficult Antarctic terrain, or pay a visit to some of Antarctica's cutest residents in the Little Blue Penguin enclosure, home to 26 of the flightless birds. Make International Antarctic Centre a centerpiece of your Christchurch vacation itinerary, and find what else is worth visiting using our Christchurch trip itinerary app .

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• By HMS67

  A great place to stop for a few hours if you are flying from Christchurch airport. Will appeal to all ages. We had a ride on a hagglund vehicle , stroked husky dogs, enjoyed a 4D Antarctic film, with ...  more »

• By Aprilyn S

  Our family enjoyed and had a great day especially my kids.. were thankful for the great family photo shoot.. will definitely be back..  more »

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• By Christina F.

  A good place to learn more about Antarctic. Very very close to the airport! What moved me the most is that all their penguins are handicapped ones rescued from the wild who cannot live independently. They try best to treat them & take care of them.

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• By Caique Caleiro

  Amazing place to learn more about Antarctica. The huskies are beautiful and you can pet them. The penguins encounter is the best part. You can observe they swimming, eating and building their nests.

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