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Feb 28, 2022 · This Christchurch itinerary will help you decide how best to spend your time when exploring this beautiful and interesting city on New Zealand's South Island.
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Aug 17, 2023 · Christchurch is New Zealand’s oldest and second-largest city (Auckland is the largest). Though severely damaged by a series of earthquakes in 2010-2012, Christchurch has made a comeback. It’s a brand new city filled with funky bars, markets, new restaurants, shops, and art exhibits.
Sep 15, 2023 · Christchurch itinerary – the best way to spend 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 days in Christchurch New Zealand. Christchurch is the biggest city on the South Island of New Zealand. It has been through a lot with massive earthquakes and even a terrorist attack.
Jul 22, 2023 · The drive from Christchurch is wonderfully scenic like everything else in New Zealand, passing undulating green fields on rolling hills. The main town of Akaroa has a French vibe and French flags are still common from its 19th century French colony that was based on the peninsula.
- Ride The Christchurch Gondola
- Hike The Godley Head Trail
- International Antarctic Centre
- Wander The Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Adventure Park
- Visit The Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial
- Eat Your Way Around Riverside Market
- See The City by Tram
- Visit The Viewpoints on Summit Road
- Enjoy A Coffee with A View at Sign of The Kiwi Café
The Christchurch Gondola may not be as famous as the Queenstown or RotoruaGondola, but it’s one of my favorite sights in Christchurch. I’m sure you’ll be surprised by the views from the top, with Christchurch City, Canterbury Plains, Lyttelton Harbour, and even the Southern Alps, all to be seen from the top of the summit, which is 1460 meters (4790...
Godley Head is the perfect place to escape the city and explore nature. It’s absolutely stunning, and one of the best hikes on the South Islandis located here – the Godley Head Loop Track. The Godley Head Loop Track is a 9.3 km (5.8 miles) moderate walking track that should take 3 hours to complete. The track boasts views of Christchurch, the Kaiko...
The International Antarctic Centernear Christchurch Airport is a unique and must-do activity for my fellow animal lovers while you’re in Christchurch! The center offers a fun and educational glimpse into life in Antarctica. It is one of the most popular attractions in Christchurch, especially with families. Experience the Storm Dome, which gives a ...
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens are a whopping 52 acres (21 hectares)! It’s a great place for a walk on a nice day, especially with a good cup of coffee from one of Christchurch’s many delicious cafés. Each part of the botanical gardens is dedicated to a different season. For example, there is an abundance of roses growing in the summer section, a...
This one is for the adrenaline junkies! The Christchurch Adventure Park is actually one of the top places to zipline in New Zealand, where you can enjoy several high-speed ziplines that also boast views of the Southern Alps and the Pacific Ocean. That is, if you can see the views – you do go pretty fast on the zipline! There are four ziplines at Ch...
The Canterbury Earthquake National Memorialis the official area of remembrance for those who lost their lives in the devastating 2011 earthquake. Sadly, 185 people lost their lives due to the earthquake on 22nd February 2011, and hundreds more were injured. The memorial follows along both sides of the Avon River in downtown Christchurch. You can ac...
The Riverside Marketis a HUGE indoor market in the CBD, and there are more vendors here than I can count! But in a nutshell, you can expect to find fresh local produce, unique arts and crafts, and lots of yummy eateries. The market stalls close at 5 pm on Sundays and 6 pm during the week, but the restaurants stay open much later, so you can grab di...
Have you ever ridden a historic tram? It’s such a cool and unique way to explore a city! When you think of trams, you may think of cities like San Francisco or New Orleans, but you can explore the city on board a tram right here in Christchurch. This full-day tram sightseeing experienceis similar to the hop-on-hop-off bus tours because you can simp...
Our next activity will have you heading out of the city center and making your way to Summit Road, where there are some excellent viewpoints and walking trails. One of the best views of Christchurch city can be seen from the Sign of the Bellbird viewpoint, which can be reached via a 4 km (2.5 miles) walking track or by driving. Ohinetahi Reserve, L...
High up also off Summit Road, with an excellent view of Port Hill, Lyttleton Harbour, and the Christchurch area is the Sign of the Kiwi Café. The drive up is winding and steep – so drive carefully. You can also hike to the Sign of the Kiwi via the Crater Rim Walkway, which starts from the Sign of the Takahe– this trail is 3.3 km (2 miles) each way....
Apr 10, 2024 · 1) Do a Walking Tour with the Legends at Green Kiwi Tours. 2) Go Hiking At Godley Head. 3) Go Jet Boating. 4) Visit the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and New Regent Street. 5) Go Skydiving. 6) Have a blast at Christchurch Adventure Park. 7) Take a day trip to the Banks Peninsula. 8) Visit the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial.
Christchurch is all about the charm, which can fill your photo album, social media or wherever you store your travel photos with gorgeous gardens and vibrant streets like the technicoloured New Regent Street.
