Christchurch, New Zealand
45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram
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+64 33439532
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What an amazing collection of warplanes! The museum is both comprehensive and unique, in that the airplanes are thoughtfully displayed along with tons of information about their histories and their mechanical and engineering breakthroughs. We always enjoy air museums that allow you to look inside the airplanes with engine cutouts and other information that help you to understand how the airplane actually flew and why it was effective in the war effort. There is a great mix of all sizes and eras of airplanes, and there were several very helpful and friendly guides that could answer questions as we walked through. It’s a “must visit” when you are in the area, especially if you are an airplane/aviation or history buff! I believe that it rivals even larger museums that I have visited in the US, including the Air and Space Museums, and the Dulles Airport museum in Washington, DC
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It’s free! What a nice way to spend the afternoon. The museum is immaculate filled with stunning planes that have been beautifully restored. There is great information everywhere. For the kids there are cockpits you can play in and a motion capture video game which is fun. We also did the free behind the scenes tour where they take you to the hangers were the planes are being restored. The tour guides clearly have a passion for what they do. Highly recommended coming here if you are in Christchurch and have a few hours spare
Initially planned to visit for an hour. I ended up staying for almost 2hours! Joined the behind the scenes tour (ask receptionist what time and yes it’s free too) where you get to see and know more about closed curtain items! So worth it! The tour guide (sorry I forgot her name but she’s in my picture, she’s knowledgeable and patience. If she doesn’t know anything she will find out for you!) Loving the interactive items and fun game too. ️
On day that brings mild gravity forced moisture this is a great place to pace around contemplating the days gone by of our forefathers and the sacrifice made. It ranges from stand still exhibitions to a few interactive areas. Absolutely child friendly with few stations dotting the floors that offer dress ups, coloring in tables, sit and watch videos. Small Cafe internally allows for a mild mid venture break before opening into the main hanger where the larger aircraft lay in slumber.
It is one of Christchurc's gems, so interesting for the children with many interactive displays and aircraft to climb in to and look at, as for our slightly older, POW breakout room complete with your scenario as to how you you were caught, your everyday life and if you can achieve your breakout. Awesome and free, would recommend to all!!!
Awesome family activities for the kids they really enjoyed them selves with heaps of photo opportunities in cockpits of plans so glad I went and will definitely be going back soon
Awesome place to visit. Took my 2 1/2 year old boy and he had the time of his life and best of all its free!
A stunning piece of NZ history. The stories are poignant, simply told and the aircraft carry well founded fame throughout the world. Interactive games for kids (and young at heart) as well as cafes and souvenir shop. This museum can hold children's parties complete with goody bags. Not to be missed.
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