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Canterbury Museum vs International Antarctic Centre
Both are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Canterbury Museum is preferred by most professionals compared to International Antarctic Centre. Canterbury Museum is ranked #2 in Christchurch with positive reviews from 3 publications like Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Canterbury Museum
Frommer's
Frommer's
Rolleston Ave, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
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Frommer's
"Check out the excellent Antarctic display, a must-see before going out to the International Antarctic Centre."
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Also look for the superb Natural History Discovery Centre
Frommer's
"Perfectly placed on the edge of the Botanic Gardens within a stone’s throw of the Arts Centre, the Canterbury Museum has something for everyone, but particularly kids, with a Discovery..."
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International Antarctic Centre
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Fodor's
"The 4-D extreme theater show of life at New Zealand's Scott Base is superb, and the Penguin Encounter lets you get up close with some blue penguins, the smallest penguin species."
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Afar Magazine
"Experience the frozen continent at the International Antarctic Centre through interactive exhibits, by taking a ride on an amphibious Hagglund vehicle and meeting husky dogs and little blue penguins."
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Frommer's
"If you’ve always wanted to romp with penguins, stroke a leopard seal, climb aboard a snowmobile, explore a snow cave, and feel the icy wind chills of Antarctica, this is probably as close..."
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