Title: Canterbury Museum in Christchurch City Centre - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# Canterbury Museum Tours and Activities

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## Visit Canterbury Museum

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#### Discover arctic cold, visit indigenous New Zealand and journey back to the age of the dinosaurs at this extensive museum. 

Learn about the great explorers who devoted their lives to conquering one of the most hostile environments on earth and check out the vehicles they used along the way at the Canterbury Museum. Peer into the mouth of one of the greatest beasts to ever exist and admire exquisite carvings from some of the earliest indigenous tribes. 

Start at the Antarctica display and uncover the perils faced by a select few intrepid travelers. See a bronze bust of Norwegian Roald Amundsen who became the first person to reach the South Pole in 1911\. Read about his perilous journey and view the colossal Sno-Cat that was used as the command vehicle in the first overland crossing of Antarctica 47 years later.

From here, head to the Maori gallery that holds exquisite examples of early woodcarving and shaped pounamu jade stones. Stare into the lifelike eyes of battle masks and sculptures and view early utensils that were used for hunting and in battle.

The museum holds a fine selection of ancient artifacts. Perhaps the most majestic of all is the Egyptian mummy of Tash Pen Khonsu that dates back as early as 150 B.C. Made from a single length of hollowed wood, it has vivid hieroglyphics that reveal the story of the young noblewoman who lies preserved inside. 

Continue on to the exhibit of prehistoric creatures where a life-size replica of an allosaurus fills a considerable part of the room. Scientists have found evidence that these ferocious predators lived approximately 150 million years ago. Even this remarkable creature fails to draw quite the same gasps as the complete skeleton of a South Island giant moa. Growing to a height of 10 feet (3 meters), these stunning birds became extinct soon after the arrival of humans in New Zealand.

Canterbury Museum is east of North Hagley Park in the center of Christchurch. The museum is open all week. Entry is free although donations are appreciated.

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### City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

45m

Free cancellation available

CA $914

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Mt Cook Experience

4h

Free cancellation available

CA $5,287

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Rakaia Glaciers

3h

Free cancellation available

CA $3,256

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Canterbury Winery Heli Lunch

3h

Free cancellation available

CA $739

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h

Free cancellation available

CA $1,359

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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1h

Free cancellation available

CA $1,256

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Wildlife & nature

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8.8/10

3 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $31

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise

Free cancellation available

CA $273

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour-from-christchurch.a47831059.activity-details?&rid=6112900&location=Canterbury+Museum&swp=off)

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### Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

11h 30m

5.2/10

9 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $294

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Akaroa Day Tour

9h

Free cancellation available

CA $215

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour.a50479801.activity-details?&rid=6112900&location=Canterbury+Museum&swp=off)

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3h+

Free cancellation available

CA $238

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Whale Watch

10h

10/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $302

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-christchurch-kaikoura-whale-watching-day-tour.a48275134.activity-details?&rid=6112900&location=Canterbury+Museum&swp=off)

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### Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Sheep Farm Tour

7h

Free cancellation available

CA $158

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Popular places to visit

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#### The Arts Centre

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Arts Centre in Christchurch. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area. 

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#### Christchurch Art Gallery

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Browse exhibitions of works by artists from New Zealand and around the world displayed in the halls of a striking glass-fronted building.

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Art-Gallery-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112892.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Christchurch Botanic Gardens

5/5(49 reviews)

With miles of open lawns and vibrant flower beds, this serene area of parkland ensures Christchurch’s reputation as a garden city.

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Botanic-Gardens-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112902.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Hagley Park North

After visiting Hagley Park North, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Christchurch. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this family-friendly area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Hagley-Park-North-Christchurch-City-Centre.d976032175160020992.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Quake City

Tour this fascinating museum and hear stories of heroism and hope from the massive earthquakes that hit the region in 2010 and 2011.

[](https://expedia.ca/Quake-City-Christchurch-City-Centre.d553248635754752222.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Bridge of Remembrance

3/5(1 review)

Walk across this important stone bridge, which pays homage to the Christchurch residents that served in the two world wars.

[](https://expedia.ca/Bridge-Of-Remembrance-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6214202.Vacation-Attraction)

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Christchurch City Hotel

699 Colombo St Christchurch Canterbury

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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

9 Hereford Street Christchurch Christchurch Canterbury

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