Air Force Museum of New Zealand, South Island, New Zealand
4.5 (882 reviews) Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Ranking #3 in Canterbury Region Military Museums • Speciality Museums
Fascinating
Free admission* | Discover New Zealand’s military aviation story at the place where it all began. Engage with stories of the men and women who have helped shape New Zealand’s military aviation journey, and reflect on their service and sacrifice through years of war and peace. Explore the diverse collection at your own pace through immersive exhibitions, or join a free, guided ‘Behind the Scenes’ tour. View the historic aircraft on display, embark on a Museum Hunt with the kids, or test your flying skills in the ‘Mosquito Mission’ flight simulator! Price: FREE Admission - *activity charges may apply. Opening Hours: Daily (except Christmas Day), 9.30am - 4.30pm.
Address
45 Harvard Avenue Wigram, Christchurch 8042 New Zealand
Mobile
Website
http://www.airforcemuseum.co.nz/
Working hours
Monday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday : 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Current local date and time now
Friday, May 10, 2024, 21:01
User Ratings
4.5 based on (882 reviews)
Reviews
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5roaming_kiwi58 5:00 PM Jan 15, 2021
Exceeded expectations
We actually came here to check out the Pop Up Penguins, but we had never been to the museum before so decided to have a look around while we were there. It exceeded expectations! My husband is not into museums, particularly any that are in any way related to wars and like conflicts. But even he said this was much more interesting than he expected. There are lots of planes to look at and lots of exhibits relating to various worldwide conflicts. Interesting and definitely worth a visit. There is also a cafe and shop. Entrance is free but there is a donations box, and you can donate via eftpos, which we did.
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5Sean Ohsee 5:00 PM Nov 10, 2021
A must do attraction in Christchurch
I was expecting a quick visit and ended up spending half a day. The experience was enhanced by the volunteer guide who was a font of background information. I have to give it a five star rating as it is on par with the otherwise incomparable US Air Force museum in Dayton Ohio (when adjusted for population).
