The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

A tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary, humanitarian, ambassador and one of the world’s greatest explorers, the centre showcases the Aoraki Mount Cook region, its people and its place in the universe. It also features a theatre and planetarium.

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Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre

About

A tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary, humanitarian, ambassador and one of the world’s greatest explorers, the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre showcases the Aoraki Mount Cook region, its people and its place in the universe.

Designed to educate and entertain, the centre features a spectacular state-of-the-art 3D movie, New Zealand’s first full dome digital Planetarium and Museum which documents the pioneering heart of the region and features the impressive Hillary Gallery. The cafe and bar area offers indoor and outdoor seating and floor to ceiling mountain views.

Opening times

  • Business hours: 8.30 am - 9pm, 7 days. Please note our winter hours of closing fluctuate between 5pm -9pm please call 0800 68 68 00 to confirm screening times of 3D movie and planetarium features or check the information screens inside The Hermitage Hotel lobby.
  • Months of operation: All months of the year

Facilities and Features

  • Proximity to airport: nearest national and international airports are Christchurch and Queenstown
  • Proximity to coach terminal: Located at the Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Village
  • Proximity to town: Located at the Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Village

Physical address

The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, Terrace Road, Aoraki Mount Cook Village, Aoraki Mount Cook, Christchurch - Canterbury, New Zealand.

Pricing and Conditions

Adult $26.00 - $25.00
  • Other charges: Museum and Gallery entry is free rates apply to theatre only

Contact us by

  • Phone +64 3 435 1809
  • Freephone 0800 686 800
  • Fax +64 3 435 1879

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