Science Alive Cheap Car Rentals & Car Hire Deals

Yes, you can. With a car hire, you can drive to Science Alive whenever you like. You’ll also have more time to see other nearby sights such as Mona Vale, Canterbury Museum and Riccarton House. Hire a car through Expedia and experience a much easier way to travel around Christchurch and beyond.

Of all the car hire companies in Christchurch, you’ll find multiple close to Science Alive. Why not book a set of wheels from NÜ Car Rentals? It’s approximately 6 kilometres from this top attraction. To find your ideal car rental on Expedia, just enter your travel dates and pick-up and drop-off details and you’ll be on your way! Make sure you click on “Great Deal” to see the lowest prices for each home category. Join Expedia Rewards for free and you’ll also be able to access exclusive member prices.

Pick up a cheap car hire close to Science Alive and plan your sightseeing around your own agenda. With competitive offers from a variety of car hire companies, cruising away in your own wheels is a snap with Expedia. Include some filters to tailor your search and nab the best deal. Some factors that might affect the price are your pick-up and drop-off locations and travel dates.

NÜ Car Rentals has a rental car return depot near Science Alive. Most car hire companies will charge an additional fee to drop your ride off at a different location to where you collected it from, so take that into consideration when planning your agenda. Drop your hire car at Science Alive then spend your remaining time touring on foot.

Explore your options for parking at Science Alive by browsing the attraction’s official website. Parking apps can also be good tools to use when renting a vehicle in an unfamiliar place. Check if there’s any free parking at Science Alive or if it’s possible to reserve a spot in advance to save time when you arrive.

Use apps and online resources to look for electric car charging stations near Science Alive. For added peace of mind, Expedia can help you locate hotels with electric car charging stations. Recharge overnight, and you won’t have to stress about your battery dying while you’re exploring.

The closest major airport near Science Alive in Christchurch is Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC). It’s located approximately 16 kilometres to the northwest. Pick up a hire car at or near an airport so you can discover the city in comfort and easily get to those lesser-known sights.

This top attraction is around 2 kilometres northwest of Christchurch’s downtown area. However you find your way to Science Alive, it’s a must-see for travellers visiting this city.

Once you’ve crossed off all the sights and sounds near Science Alive, travel further afield to Banks Peninsula. It’s a quick road trip from Christchurch, so put together some classic driving songs, hop into your car hire and get going!

Browse the official website for Science Alive for details about opening and closing times. Remember though that hours may vary depending on things like the day of the week, public holidays or season, so double-check the information before you head off.

Flexibility matters, which is why we offer free cancellations on most car hires. If your Science Alive plans suddenly change, log in to your account through the Trips portal, click “manage booking” and then choose “cancel this car.” Flexibility is just the start of the reasons to rent a ride with Expedia. Combine your hotel, airfares and car into a package deal and you’ll save on your entire getaway. And that means more money to spend on sightseeing, food or whatever you like!