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International Antarctic Centre - General Admission

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Step into the world of Antarctica. See, touch, and feel the wonders of the icy continent as you brave an Antarctic storm, see Little Blue Penguins, and ride in an all-terrain Hägglund.

Step into the world of Antarctica. See, touch, and feel the wonders of the icy continent as you brave an Antarctic storm, see Little Blue Penguins, and ride in an all-terrain Hägglund.

Highlights

  • An Antarctic experience for every type of explorer!
  • Penguin Rescue - Spot our rescued Kororā Little Blue Penguins
  • Hagglund Field Trip - Go off-road like an Antarctic explorer
  • Storm Experience - brave a summertime Antarctic storm
  • 4D Theatre - four-dimensional visual experience

With mysterious deep seas, unique creatures and endless icy plains, Antarctica is a land like no other. A fragile place that has drawn the bravest explorers from far and wide, leaving all who visit with a passion to protect this stunning rarity.

The International Antarctic Centre transports a slice of this astounding continent to Christchurch, with a range of immersive experiences that allow everyday visitors to see, touch, feel and fall in love with Antarctica.

Brave a simulated Antarctic storm, go off-road in a Hägglund, spot our rescued Kororā Little Blue Penguins, experience Antarctica from all four dimensions and leave with a head full of knowledge, a heart full of love and inspiration to take action, just like the explorers before you!

Adult $74.00
Child $49.00 (5-15 years old)
Family Pass $199.00 (2 Adult + 2 Children)
Infant $0.00 (0-4 years old)

What's included

  • Hagglund Field Trip
  • Simulated Antarctic Storm
  • Penguin Rescue
  • 4D Extreme Theatre
  • Antarctic Gallery
  • Huskies

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • 38 Orchard Road (between Memorial Ave and Wairakei Road) near Christchurch Airport.

Restrictions

  • All children 14 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Opening hours: The International Antarctic Centre is open 7 days a week, Monday to Sunday, from 9am to 4.30pm. Closed Christmas Day (25 December).

    It is important that you arrive no more than 15 minutes either side of your scheduled visit time as this is a condition of entry with the deal.

    Child price applied to ages 5-15 years. Under 5's are free.

    Hagglund Ride: We do not recommend the Hagglund ride for visitors with heart conditions, back or neck pain, had recent surgery, motion sickness, nervous disposition, or if pregnant. (At times this ride is unavailable, contact the Operator to confirm this ride is available)

    Guests are required to meet a minimum height requirement of 1.2 metres to enjoy this ride.

Available Bookings from 26 Apr to 9 May 2026

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  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
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  • Adult$52.00
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
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  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
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  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Family Pass$199.00
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  • Adult$74.00
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
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  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.00
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
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  • Adult$74.00
  • Child$49.00
  • Family Pass$199.00
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Henriette Mazurier from France wrote on 30 March 2026

On s'y croirait !

Si vous n'avez pas vu les pingouins à Oamaru, vous les verrez ici. C'est un centre de recherche et d'informations complètes sur l'Antarctique et vous aurez une expérience qui vous met dans les conditions réelles. À conseiller pour toute la famille.

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veroniqueb3 from France wrote on 16 February 2026

Expérience très ludique

Un bon.moment de détente mais aussi bien sur l'occasion de découvrir un.univers très lointain pour moi, française qui questionne, surprend, interroge. Beaucoup de documents, de petits films. J'ai beaucoup apprécié le guide avec ses chiens huskies. ..les expériences ludiques permettaient de diversifier la visite. Très sympathique et personnel charmant.

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Calypso Minot from France wrote on 14 April 2025

Super !

Le meilleur musée de la vie !

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Solenn Bernard from France wrote on 22 January 2025

À faire absolument

Une expérience géniale, qui prend + de 2h donc attention aux horaires de fermeture. Les employés nous ont guidés pour avoir le temps de faire toutes les activités et elles étaient toutes plus interessantes les unes que les autres. Nous avons appris énormément de choses, nous avons ri, nous avons été émerveillés, nous nous sommes extasiés devant les huskies, bref je recommande à 100% Sami & Solenn, 24 ans

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Andrea Mariani from France wrote on 29 March 2023

Génial

Superbe musée interactif ! Je recommande +++

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