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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 (6-15 years old)
Family Pass $199.00 (2 Adult + 2 Children)

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 6-15 years. Under 6'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 9 Sep to 22 Sep 2025

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  • Family Pass$199.00

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  • Family Pass$199.00

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  • Family Pass$199.00

  • Adult$52.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Family Pass$199.00

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

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

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

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

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

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Jacquie from Australia wrote on 31 August 2025

Amazing experience

Love it especially the snow storm simulator (a once in a lifetime experience) and timing it right to see the little blue penguins feeding time was amazing

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Ramalka Kasige from Australia wrote on 19 August 2025

Great Experience

It was a great experience!

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davidjacko from New Zealand wrote on 17 August 2025

Great experience

I have seen the Antartic Centre for years, but never took the time to stop by. I have learned a lot during my visit, enjoyed the ride across the centre, and really liked seeing the penguins. The staff was friendly. There was a large group of overseas visitors pushing everyone and I wished the staff would do more crowd control around the cold storm room, but beside this, it went very well

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sharona10 from New Zealand wrote on 07 September 2025

interesting

staff were very helpful and accommodating. I think we expected to see more animals but was a good experience.

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Portia from New Zealand wrote on 10 August 2025

Book yourself

Great website to book activities, anytime!

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