Canterbury Locals
Discover the Coolest Backyard Adventure – Save 50% This Spring!
Ages: All ages.
Duration: Valid 4 August - 14 September
Hours of Operation: 9am - 4:30pm
Canterbury locals, it’s time to swap screen time for a snowstorm, penguins, and hands-on adventures—all right here in your own backyard!
This winter, reawaken your sense of wonder at the International Antarctic Centre with 50% off general admission—exclusive to locals!
Why stay at home when you can explore?
Watch Little Blue Penguins and learn about their incredible rescue stories.
Brave the Antarctic Storm Room and feel the chill of the world’s harshest environment—without leaving Christchurch!
Experience the 4D Extreme Theatre, bringing Antarctica’s beauty to life with a multisensory journey.
Get hands-on with interactive exhibits that will spark curiosity and broaden young minds.
Climb aboard a Hägglund—an authentic Antarctic all-terrain vehicle—and experience the thrills of travel on the ice.
Explore the Antarctic Gallery—dive deeper into the history, science, and beauty of the frozen continent with interactive exhibits and fascinating artefacts.
Whether you’re planning a family day out, a unique winter date, or something cooler than watching a screen solo, there’s an Antarctic adventure waiting for you.
Offer available for purchase between 4 August and 14 September 2025 only.
Valid for entry to the International Antarctic Centre from 4 August to 14 September 2025.
This offer is exclusive to Canterbury Locals. The pricing listed shows 50% off standard general admission tickets for Child, Adult and Family tickets.
You must present a valid utility bill or proof of address and photo ID at check in.
This offer is non-transferable and valid for use only by Canterbury Locals for General Admission.
Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, promotion, or discount.
The International Antarctic Centre reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time.
Minimum height to ride our Hägglunds is 1.2m