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Science Alive

392 Moorhouse Ave, Christchurch, New Zealand
03 365 5199
Ranked #74 of 149 attractions in Christchurch
3.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Science Museums
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

The kids always did enjoy Science Alive but is now shut due to earthquake damage. More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

Anyone visiting note that Science Alive is currently not at Moorhouse Avenue (as at 5th March 2012) until the building is assessed as safe following February 2011 earthquake. On looking at news articles, Science Alive is now operating as a mobile unit visiting schools etc. If you wish to visit Science Alive - check their website first to find out... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

A great way to spend the day, and lots of hand on experiments and games to keep the kids (and adults) enthralled. More

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Queensland
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2010
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Science Alive appears to be designed as more of a science musuem at its core but it has heaps of hands on activities related to science that must be seen. Entry is cheap and there is also a verticle slide that will be a bit of a thrill for the old and young. A must do for all ages and... More

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Darwin, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2010
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We only saw Science Alive by accident - we had parked in a shopping centre carpark across the road and looked up and decided to visit. When we got there we only had 45 minutes as it was right at the end of the day but we have a science-mad 7 year old so decided to go in. We got... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2009
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