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Address: 2 Reserve Terrace, Lyttelton 8082, New Zealand
State: Canterbury
City: Lyttelton
Zip Code: 8082
Opening Hours
Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours
Educational. You get a good view of the port. At the time the Norwegian Spirit was docked so we had a good sight of the ship.
Great views, i came on a quiet week day because every time iv tried to go there isnt a car park at all even close by and the entrance is a bit confusing. Step hill and steps so not fatty cripple friendly nThe original station was damaged by a series of earthquakes and aftershocks in 2010 and 2011, and finally collapsed in 13th June 2011 after a magnitude 6.4 aftershock. Fundraising rebuild project got underway in July 2017 then reopened 2 November 2018.nLots of several information books and boards to read about the history of the site.nOne seat and a telescope.
An amazing piece of history, with a spectacular view.nOnly 35 steps, it looks intimidating but a short enough to be easy.
Great sight to visit, on this occasion there was plenty of parking as there was only 1 other group visiting. Sun was out so able to get some amazing shots of the Time Ball and surrounding area.
Really interesting historical site with fabulous views back over the harbour and surrounds.nnSite was damaged by the earthquake but had been wonderfully restored with plenty of information placards about the history of the site.nnBut for this one, honestly it’s the view which is worth the hike up the mountain for.nnFabulous spot!!!
