Quake City (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Quake City?
What makes it 67% Baby-Friendly: Stroller-friendly single floor and benches help feeds, and babies enter free; loud soundtracks plus no stated baby-change tables or private nursing room reduce comfort for caregivers.
Positives:
- Free baby entry: Children under 15 enter free with an adult, so your baby won’t need a ticket.
- Easy stroller access: Wide paths and one-level layout keep moving with a pram smooth.
Challenges:
- No dedicated baby-change room: There’s no listed changing table. Ask staff for a quiet staff restroom.
- Overlapping exhibit sounds: Some films play simultaneously. Bring soft headphones or choose quiet spots.
What is Quake City?
- A central Christchurch gallery presenting the story of the 2010–11 Canterbury earthquakes through multimedia displays and authentic artifacts
- A collaborative project with Canterbury Museum showcasing seismic instrumentation, ground liquefaction models and the fallen cathedral spire
- A purpose-built venue illustrating seismic science, structural damage and Christchurch’s post-quake reconstruction narrative
What is so special about Quake City for with baby?
- Stroller-friendly one-level gallery
- Benches for feeding and resting
- Captioned short films you can mute
- Colorful exhibits attract baby’s attention
- Free admission for your baby
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Enough time to enjoy exhibits and take rest breaks for your baby.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Quake City
Pram-friendly gallery access:
Wide, one-level pathways let you wheel your stroller to every exhibit.
Tip: Keep the pram unfolded and move slowly to give your baby time to look around.
Seating areas for rest:
Benches scattered around the gallery allow you to feed or settle your baby.
Tip: Plan breaks by the LEGO display where seating is close to bright visuals.
Captioned short films:
Watch two under-10-minute films on local stories with captions.
Tip: Mute the sound to keep the gallery calm if your baby is napping.
Colorful interactive displays:
See the fallen cathedral spire, LEGO builds and bright touch screens.
Tip: Hold your baby near the screens to let them focus on shapes and colors.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Quake City
- Visit at opening time: Arrive at 10 am to enjoy quieter galleries before peak hours.
- Check facilities in advance: Email or call to confirm availability of wheelchairs or private quiet rooms.
- Combine nearby stops: Next door, Canterbury Museum has free pram-friendly exhibits for a smooth transition.
Reviews of Quake City
Penny Gaffney
Well organised display and interesting fact present of the earthquakes in Christchurch that change the face of the city! The staff at the entrance desk was super friendly and very lovely to chat to as he is a local Christchurch resident. It was super interesting that the information printed on wooden board material used as a display. The video of survival stories is very sad and actually last abou...
Pleayo Tovaranonte
The exhibition is very visual and interactive. The interview component is moving and touching. It brought me back to the day I was there.
Jerome cookson
Informative, kind and friendly staff. Worth visiting when in Chch to understand what the city went through. Young children may not find it that captivating but it’s a relatively quick visit.
B. F. G.
Events of this day has left a significant impression on community of Christchurch. This museum shows how the event that day, had brought the community together and how Christchurch has grown since then. Personal stories are shared. While nothing compares to actually living through such an event, Quake City does portray this history with care and compassion. Worth a visit if you don't underst...
life
A must go to, too appreciate the lovely kindness unity and strength of the NZ people. Very emotional excellent videos and explanation on earthquake liquefaction and architectural brillance to counteract nature. A few hands on and jump on things for kids. Friendly informative staff, ask them about the clocks
When is the best time to visit Quake City (Christchurch, New Zealand)?
The indoor, climate-controlled gallery is great year-round. In case of rain or wind, the building’s entrance is covered for prams.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult tickets (2 x $20) | NZD 40 |
| Coffee or snack | NZD 10 |
| Local transport | NZD 5 |
| Total Estimated | NZD 55 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 299 Durham Street North, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
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