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. The Hillary Gallery depicts Sir Edmund's
longstanding connection with the region and touches upon his
achievements, expeditions and life's work. It was here he climbed
his first major mountain, achieved a number of impressive first
ascents including the difficult south face of Mount Cook, and
trained for his Everest and Antarctic expeditions. Located adjacent
to The Hermitage Hotel in the majestic Aoraki Mount Cook National
Park, the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre is an opportunity to
explore and connect to the national identity and celebrate the
cultural characteristics New Zealanders hold dear.
Directions
Drive to the end of State Highway 80 and turn right into Bowen Drive. The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre is located inside The Hermitage Hotel in the heart of Aoraki Mount Cook alpine village.
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Address:
Mount Cook Village
7946
Aoraki Mount Cook
Phone:
+64 3 435 1809
Free Phone:
0800 68 68 00 (NZ only)
Fax:
+64 3 435 1879
Duration
3D Movie - 15min Planetarium Feature - 22 min
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