Visit the interactive Quake City Museum
Christchurch, New Zealand • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
13°C – 23°C, warm and pleasant with low chances of rain, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 23°C, warm and pleasant with low chances of rain, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Ground-level access with wheelchair and pushchair accessibility.
Ground-level access with wheelchair and pushchair accessibility.
Value for money
Medium
Price is rising, but the experience is very impactful.
Price is rising, but the experience is very impactful.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Insightful Exhibits
Couples found the exhibits incredibly moving and insightful, perfect for reflection.
Well Organized
Visitors appreciated the museum's layout, making it easy to navigate and absorb the content.
Deeply Moving
Couples were touched by the personal stories, making it a memorable experience.
Limited Time
Some couples felt the visit was over too quickly, wanting more time to explore.
Price Increase
Travelers were disappointed to hear about the upcoming price increase for entry.
Small Space
Some couples felt the museum could be crowded during peak visiting times.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Explore a powerful exhibition showcasing Canterbury’s resilience after the devastating earthquakes
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
10-20°C
December marks the start of summer with average highs of 20.0°C and lows of 10.0°C. Rainfall averages 27 mm over about 10 days.
December marks the start of summer with average highs of 20.0°C and lows of 10.0°C. Rainfall averages 27 mm over about 10 days.
Open
Increased demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking is recommended.
Increased demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking is recommended.
Recommended
December offers warm weather and festive activities. However, higher crowd levels and prices make early planning essential for visiting Quake City Museum.
December offers warm weather and festive activities. However, higher crowd levels and prices make early planning essential for visiting Quake City Museum.
January
HIGH
13-23°C
Warm and pleasant with low chances of rain.
Warm and pleasant with low chances of rain.
Open
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and long daylight hours, making it ideal for visiting Quake City Museum. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices due to the peak tourist season.
January offers warm temperatures and long daylight hours, making it ideal for visiting Quake City Museum. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices due to the peak tourist season.
February
HIGH
13-23°C
Warm and pleasant with low chances of rain.
Warm and pleasant with low chances of rain.
Open
Recommended
February continues the warm and pleasant weather, suitable for visiting Quake City Museum. Be prepared for high crowd levels and elevated prices during this peak season.
February continues the warm and pleasant weather, suitable for visiting Quake City Museum. Be prepared for high crowd levels and elevated prices during this peak season.
March
MEDIUM
8-23°C
Mild temperatures with moderate chances of rain.
Mild temperatures with moderate chances of rain.
Open
Recommended
March offers mild temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it a comfortable time to visit Quake City Museum. Tourist crowds are moderate, and prices are more reasonable compared to peak season.
March offers mild temperatures and moderate rainfall, making it a comfortable time to visit Quake City Museum. Tourist crowds are moderate, and prices are more reasonable compared to peak season.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required