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International Antarctic Centre vs Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
Both are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Christchurch Art Gallery ranks significantly better than International Antarctic Centre. Christchurch Art Gallery is ranked #1 in Christchurch with recommendations from 4 publications such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
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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Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
Frommer's
Fodor's
Frommer's
Frommer's
Frommer's
Worcester Blvd & Montreal St, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand
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Frommer's
"Curving glass facades, spectacular outdoor sculpture, and one of the largest permanent collections in New Zealand establish the gallery’s importance on the larger cultural scene."
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Fodor's
"The city's stunning art gallery wows visitors as much for its architecture as for its artwork."
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Frommer's
"This vibrant art gallery debut in 2003; it brings art and architecture together in one setting."
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Frommer's
"The gallery has regular exhibitions of leading national and international artists, and changing shows from its collection of more than 5,500 paintings, sculptures and drawings."
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Don’t forget to check the superb book and gift store and the adjacent, privately-run craft gallery.
Frommer's
"Curving glass facades, spectacular outdoor sculpture, and one of the largest permanent collections in New Zealand establish the gallery’s importance on the larger cultural scene"
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