Canterbury Locals
Canterbury Locals – Save 50% this Winter!
Duration: Valid 1 May - 25 September, 2026
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!
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Watch Little Penguins and learn about their incredible rescue stories.
Brave an Antarctic Storm 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 Hägglunds; an authentic Antarctic all-terrain vehicle and experience the thrills of travel on the ice.
Explore the Antarctic Gallery and 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.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Our Canterbury Local Special Offer is available to those who live in:
Christchurch City
Banks Peninsula
Waimakariri
Hurunui
Kaikoura
Selwyn
Ashburton
Timaru
Mackenzie
Waimate
Waikari
Offer available for purchase online or in person between 1 May and 25 September, 2026 only.
Valid for entry to the International Antarctic Centre from 1 May to 25 September, 2026.
This offer is exclusive to Canterbury Locals (Christchurch, Banks Peninsula, Waimakariri, Hurunui, Kaikoura, Selwyn, Ashburton, Timaru, Mackenzie, Waimate, and Waikari). The pricing listed shows 50% off standard general admission tickets for Child, Adult and Family tickets only.
You may be asked to present a valid utility bill or proof of address 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