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Things to do in Christchurch, NZ

185 White Chairs
185 White Chairs

CHRISTCHURCH, 185 EMPTY WHITE CHAIRS. Remembrance of 22nd February 2011. How can you reflect on the loss of lives, livelihood and living ... make 185 Chairs happen is

Air Force Museum of New Zealand
Air Force Museum of New Zealand

Sign up to hear more about the Air Force Museum’s exhibitions, special events, programmes and shop offers. Aircraft Explore our aircraft and learn about New Zealand’s aviation history.

Avon Heathcote Estuary
Avon Heathcote Estuary

The Avon-Heathcote Estuary Ihutai Trust is a non-profit organisation formed in 2002 by the general public and supported by Christchurch City Council, the Canterbury Community Trust and Environment Canterbury.

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Bottle Lake Forest
Bottle Lake Forest

Bottle Lake is a great place to find varied and fun mountain biking. You can spend a couple of hours going around with the kids, or go hard for a 45 minute workout. The most popular starting point is the main car park off Waitikiri Drive.

Bridge of Remembrance
Bridge of Remembrance

The Bridge of Remembrance is one of two main war memorials in Christchurch, New Zealand. It is dedicated to those who died in World War I, and serves as a memorial for those who participated in two World Wars as well as subsequent conflicts in Borneo, Korea, Malaya, and Vietnam.

Bridle Path
Bridle Path

Bridle Path, Christchurch: See 31 reviews, articles, and 29 photos of Bridle Path, ranked No.30 on TripAdvisor among 100 attractions in Christchurch.

Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial
Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial

The Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial was opened to the public at the sixth anniversary commemoration event on 22 February 2017.. The memorial is a place to reflect on the 2010/2011 earthquakes that changed Greater Christchurch forever.

Canterbury Museum, Christchurch
Canterbury Museum, Christchurch

Welcome to Canterbury Museum. Visit and explore New Zealand's rich cultural and natural heritage. Learn about the past, present and future of Canterbury. There's always lots to see and do at the Museum. Entry to the Museum is free; donations are appreciated.

Cardboard Cathedral
Cardboard Cathedral

The Cardboard Cathedral in Christchurch, New Zealand, is the transitional pro-cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Christchurch opened in August 2013. It was designed by architect Shigeru Ban and seats around 700 people.

Cave Rock
Cave Rock

Explore Cave Rock in Christchurch with Expedias guide! Featuring up-to-date information on top attractions, hotels nearby, travel tips and more.

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Centre of Contemporary Art
Centre of Contemporary Art

CoCA - Centre of Contemporary Art, Christchurch, New Zealand. 3,896 likes · 106 talking about this. Peter Robinson's Fieldwork runs from Friday 3 March...

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Christchurch Art Gallery
Christchurch Art Gallery

Christchurch Art Gallery Foundation My favourite artwork is Michael Parekowhai’s Chapman’s Homer – no question. It symbolises the strength of the bull and the strength of Christchurch post-earthquake. I’ve been involved with the Foundation since early 2015 and love what the Foundation is achieving post-earthquake.

Christchurch Arts Centre
Christchurch Arts Centre

Arts and culture heart of Christchurch, New Zealand

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Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Christchurch - Canterbury By Christchurch Botanic Gardens Founded in 1863 with the planting of an English oak tree, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens have grown from small beginnings to become a much-loved destination for Cantabrians and visitors alike.

Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens are open every day from 7am and admission is free. The Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre, open daily from 8.30am - 5pm, houses a gift shop with an array of locally sourced products, many with a botanical theme, as well as a café and a permanent interactive exhibition.

ChristChurch Cathedral, Christchurch
ChristChurch Cathedral, Christchurch

ChristChurch Cathedral, or (rarely) Cathedral Church of Christ, is a deconsecrated Anglican cathedral in the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. It was built between 1864 and 1904 in the centre of the city, surrounded by Cathedral Square.

Christchurch Gondola
Christchurch Gondola

The stunning views of Christchurch city, the ocean, Southern Alps and Lyttelton Harbour make a wedding, dinner, conference or meeting at the top of Christchurch’s Mt Cavendish incomparable. View our unique Gondola function venue for more information.

Ferrymead Heritage Park
Ferrymead Heritage Park

Ferrymead Heritage Park Ferrymead owes its importance in history to the hills dividing Christchurch from the port of Lyttelton. Pioneers transported their goods over the steep Bridle Path from Lyttelton to Heathcote, where punts were used to cross the river into early Christchurch.

Friday Street Food Market
Friday Street Food Market

Every Friday more than 20 of the city's best food trucks and food stalls descend upon Cathedral Square from 11am until 9pm. Live entertainment, buskers, jugglers and fire dancers plus much more. Check out our Facebook page: FridayFoodTruckMarket for more information on our vendors and entertainment each week.

Hagley Park
Hagley Park

Hagley Park and the Botanical Gardens. Set centrally within Hagley Park and adjacent to the City centre, the Botanic Gardens are fringed on the eastern side by the Neo-Gothic architecture of Christ's College, Canterbury Museum, and the Arts Centre. The Gardens were begun in 1850 along with the founding of the city of Christchurch.

Halswell Quarry Park
Halswell Quarry Park

Halswell Quarry Park, Kennedys Bush Rd, Kennedys Bush, Christchurch. Guide for Halswell Quarry Park events. Halswell Quarry is a unique 60.4 hectare park, with an unusual combination of recreational walks, historic sites and botanical collections.

Heathcote
Heathcote

Heathcote Valley is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand.

International Antarctic Centre
International Antarctic Centre

Antarctica... the coolest fun in Christchurch Experience the wonder and magic of Antarctica without leaving Christchurch, at one of New Zealand’s best, award winning tourist attractions. The International Antarctic Centre is your destination for authentic, interactive fun and provides an exciting experience of Antarctica for visitors of all ages.

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Jellie Park
Jellie Park

Jellie Park is one of the biggest and best Christchurch gym, fitness and swimming facilities.

Margaret Mahy Family Playground
Margaret Mahy Family Playground

Margaret Mahy Family Playground, Christchurch: See 772 reviews, articles, and 201 photos of Margaret Mahy Family Playground, ranked No.1 on TripAdvisor among 259 attractions in Christchurch.

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Mona Vale, Christchurch
Mona Vale, Christchurch

Nearly six years ago many were saddened when Mona Vale Homestead, a much loved and important part of Christchurch heritage, was severely damaged during the 2011 earthquakes.

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Mount Cavendish
Mount Cavendish

Mount Cavendish is located in the Port Hills, with views over Christchurch, New Zealand and Lyttelton. It is part of the crater wall of the extinct volcano that formed Lyttelton Harbour. The Mount Cavendish Reserve displays some of the best examples of lava flow to be seen on the Port Hills.

New Regent Street
New Regent Street

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Ohinetahi
Ohinetahi

Ohinetahi consists of a number of formal rooms, of differing style and character, arranged about two axes running east-west and north-south in the arts and crafts style. The formal lawn beside the house, has curved macrocarpa hedges at one end, balanced by a pool and pool house. At the opposite end there is a rose garden enclosed in box hedges, traditional herbaceous borders leading to a gazebo, a square, walled, red garden and a walk of pleached hornbeams on stilts leading to an oval lawn.

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Orana Wildlife Park
Orana Wildlife Park

The Park is home to New Zealand's only gorillas... and the country's only orang-utans too! Set in 80 hectares within 15 minutes’ drive of Christchurch Airport, Orana Wildlife Park provides the ultimate animal adventure. We get you up close and personal with the animals.

Orton Bradley Park
Orton Bradley Park

Orton Bradley Park is a private 650ha rural property situated on the southern shores of Lyttelton Harbour open 365 days a year. We are a fantastic family friendly location, with large open spaces, fantastic sunsets, and park like settings.

Peacock Fountain
Peacock Fountain

Peacock Fountain is located in Christchurch. Plan to visit Peacock Fountain and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Christchurch attractions using our Christchurch trip itinerary app.

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Punting On The Avon
Punting On The Avon

Our Avon River Punting tours are set aboard handcrafted flat-bottomed boats, poled along by your punter from the platformed till at the rear end of the boat. An ideal group or family activity, Punting on the Avon is an eco-friendly way to relax and enjoy Christchurch from a different perspective.

Quail Island
Quail Island

Quail Island, Christchurch: See 44 reviews, articles, and 12 photos of Quail Island, ranked No.62 on TripAdvisor among 259 attractions in Christchurch.

Quake City
Quake City

Quake City Quake City tells stories of heroism, hope and loss from the Canterbury earthquakes. It explains the science and the phenomenon of liquefaction – when the shaking liquefied the ground and it bubbled up burying streets and sinking buildings.

Riccarton Bush
Riccarton Bush

Riccarton Bush. Adjacent to Riccarton House is Riccarton Bush, a prominent feature also known as Deans Bush (Māori: Putaringamotu). The Māori word Pūtaringamotu means either ‘the place of an echo’ or ‘the severed ear’. The latter is a metaphoric expression referring to ‘bush isolated from the rest’.

Riccarton House
Riccarton House

Riccarton House and Bush Riccarton House and Bush / Pūtaringamotu is a unique New Zealand heritage site consisting of two historic buildings, flanked by beautiful open parkland and ornate gardens, bordered by Ōtākaro / Avon River and set against extensive native bush forest featuring kahikatea trees up to 600 years old.

Riccarton House and Bush
Riccarton House and Bush

Riccarton House and Bush / Pūtaringamotu is a unique New Zealand heritage site consisting of two historic buildings, flanked by beautiful open parkland and ornate gardens, bordered by Ōtākaro / Avon River and set against extensive native bush forest featuring kahikatea trees up to 600 years old.

Sign of the Takahe
Sign of the Takahe

The Sign of the Takahe is an historic building, planned by Harry H.G. Ell in 1918. Walking around in side the castle is like steeping back in time to King Arthur and the round table, watch out for his knights. If you are looking for the best view of Christchurch the sign of the Takahe is the place to be.

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South Hagley Park,
South Hagley Park,

Hagley aPg a rkeNlyot Hagley Park North Little Hagley ... 4.5km. Hagley Park South ... Hagley park is open all hours. Christchurch Botanic Gardens and all carparks ...

Styx Mill Conservation Reserve
Styx Mill Conservation Reserve

Styx Mill Conservation Reserve, Christchurch: See 14 reviews, articles, and 8 photos of Styx Mill Conservation Reserve, ranked No.121 on TripAdvisor among 259 attractions in Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
Sumner Beach

Sumner is a coastal seaside suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand and was surveyed and named in 1849 in honour of John Bird Sumner, the then newly appointed Archbishop of Canterbury and president of the Canterbury Association.

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Teece Museum
Teece Museum

The Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities is open on Level 1 of the UC Arts City Location (the old Chemistry Building) at 3 Hereford Street, in the historic Christchurch Arts Centre. If you fancy a taste of the Classics, come for a visit, or find out what's on at the Teece Museum by signing up to receive updates about our future open days, events and functions.

The Groynes
The Groynes

Groynes, Christchurch: See 60 reviews, articles, and 13 photos of Groynes, ranked No.59 on TripAdvisor among 259 attractions in Christchurch.

TranzAlpine
TranzAlpine

New Zealand’s finest inland rail journey. The Journey Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train between Christchurch and Greymouth.

Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park
Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park

Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park Travis Wetland is located in north-east Christchurch, close to sea-level, and is typical of pre-European Christchurch and Canterbury plains swamp lands. 1600 years ago it was an estuary similar to the Avon/Heathcote Estuary of today.

Victoria Clock Tower
Victoria Clock Tower

The clock tower was seriously damaged in the 22 February 2011 Christchurch earthquake, with the time (12:51) stopped on the clock's face. Repairs in excess of NZ$700,000 were agreed to by Christchurch City Councillors in July 2012, with most of the cost to be reimbursed by insurance.

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Victoria Park, Christchurch
Victoria Park, Christchurch

Victoria Park, Christchurch: See 82 reviews, articles, and 45 photos of Victoria Park, ranked No.40 on TripAdvisor among 259 attractions in Christchurch.

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Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, Christchurch
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, Christchurch

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is a wildlife park and nature reserve in Christchurch, New Zealand. No booking required to see Kiwi, Tuatara, Kea, Weka...

Xtreme Entertainment Garden City
Xtreme Entertainment Garden City

Just outside of the centre of Christchurch is Garden City Xtreme Entertainment, the venue for all things entertainment! If you are a local or you’re in town visiting, make sure to stop by Garden City’s top entertainment destination.

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