Christchurch

Christchurch

Christchurch City – New Zealand’s ‘Garden City’ -is alive with colour, a re-emerging atmosphere and world-class attractions.

Host to some fantastic city parklands, it’s a place also known internationally for its spectacular gardens.

Despite still rebuilding after the 2011 earthquake, you’ll find a fresh experience each day.

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Rich with atmosphere, diverse culutre and world-class attractions, Christchurch is a laid back city that values its heritage.Offering a multitude of year-round fresh and exciting adventure activities.

The city is full of delights; from the beautiful neo-gothic Arts Centre, to the historic tram which loops the city centre. The Christchurch Gondola and its surrounding hiking tracks are a must for landscape vistas that are took good to be true.

The shopping is superb and the restaurants are a celebration of fresh, natural New Zealand foods and fine wines. There are many hidden gems located in Christchurch!

Known internationally for its award winning gardens, Christchurch is also a place for events and festivals. Whatever the season, you’ll find a non-stop programme of entertainment with events like the Festival of Romance, the International Buskers Festival, Winter Carnival, and Showtime Canterbury in November. You will also find the Christchurch Town Hall and the Westpac Trust centre, a multi-purposed indoor venue for major sporting and entertainment events.

What else is there to do in Christchurch?

  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens
  • Historic Tram Ride – Hop-On/Hop-Off
  • New Regent Street – Historic Spanish architecture & local eateries.
  • Punting on the Avon River
  • Canterbury Museum
  • International Antarctic Centre
  • The Arts Centre and Markets
  • Anglican and Catholic Cathedrals
  • Wildlife Park’s
  • Christchurch Casino
  • Gondola ride up Mount Cavendish
  • Hike The Bank’s Peninsular.
  • Nga Hau E Wha National Marae (Maori meeting place)
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