The Quake city is a lasting legacy to the Christchurch residents strength and integrity. It is an informative museum, not only about the earthquake but the aftermath and how the city has recovered and learned from the earthquake. There are detailed stories about the Maori traditions of the origins of quakes, the science of earthquakes, the Christchurch/Canterbury quake experience, and more. The stories of heroism, hope, and how people lost everything in just seconds, You get to know all about this visiting Quake City. This place actually inspires visitors to regain hope, rebuild yourself and become stronger than before after you face any mishap. You get to understand the science and the phenomenon of liquefaction when the shaking liquefied the ground and it bubbled up burying street and sinking buildings. Witness how the Quake City chronicles the aftermaths of the September 2010 and 22 February 2011 earthquakes and how efficiently the emergency services, international rescue teams, the thousands of volunteers who pitched in to help, including the construction workers, the Student Volunteer Army, the Farmy Army have performed during the crisis situation and stood by the people of country. You will be surprised by the incredible resilience of Canterbury’s communities. This area is decorated in a beautiful way. Visiting this place, visitors can understand what were the consequences of the earthquakes that occurred in Canterbury. There is an exhibition here, it shows the aftermath of the earthquake. One can also see the video visuals to know more about the earthquake. Watch the rebuild section of the exhibition which brings the visitor up to date with progress in regenerating the city and the recovery projects underway. Compells you to visualize all the hardship endured, the hours and effort for getting the city running again after the quakes. It is a way to honor the memory of all who went through the terror of that day.
Take a Bus from Cashel Street stop. Walk for 5 minutes to reach Quake city. Bus fare is 12 NSD. distance is 6 km.
Public buses are a great way to get around while staying in Christchurch, the 3 Airport/ Sumner and 29 Airport / City bus services provide transport to the city center from the Airport every hour and the bus stop is right outside the international arrivals terminal.
Sunday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Monday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Tuesday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Wednesday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Thursday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Friday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Saturday : 10:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
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Entrance Fee
20 NZD
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