Top Attractions in Christchurch

• Christchurch Cathedral - Opened in 1881, the cathedral is the centre of Christchurch because the city was established as an Anglican settlement. Over 700,000 people come to worship and enjoy the beauty of the cathedral’s artwork, including The Rose Window, each year.
  
  
• Christchurch Arts Centre - A vibrant and exciting venue for a huge range of New Zealand made art and crafts. There is truly something for everyone, including over 40 specialty shops, fine art galleries, world-class theatre, art house cinemas, bars, restaurants, cafes and a bustling weekend art, craft and produce market.
  
  
• Canterbury Museum - See a moa in a minute or spend hours exploring New Zealand’s rich cultural and natural heritage. Free guided tours available.
  
  
• Christ’s College - Began when Canterbury began, in 1850 and was to be modelled on 'the great Grammar Schools’ of England, such as Eton and Westminster.
  
  
• Bridge of Remembrance - Acknowledging Canterbury's contribution to World War I, the design incorporates a cross suggesting sacrifice as the basis of the human character, torches to highlight the inscribed battle fronts, lions symbolising the Empire and its victory, along with wreaths of rosemary for remembrance.
  
  
• Mona Vale Homestead - This late Victorian homestead is a delightful place to combine a guided garden tour with a lunch or tea break, a ride in a punt and a look through the Bath House Souvenir Shop.
  
  
• The Christchurch Botanic Gardens - Encompass an area of 30 hectares (74 acres), the majority of this being within a loop of the Avon River. There are numerous large majestic trees, many of which are in excess of 120 years old, and form a majestic background to the numerous plant collections and sweeping lawns.
  
  
• Floral Clock - Was presented to the citizens of Christchurch by Calder Mackay Co Ltd in 1953. The face of the clock is 8.2 meters in diameter and requires about 14,000 plants each year for the floral design.
  
  
• Hagley Park - In the heart of Christchurch, Hagley Park is by far the most significant central city park. It is renowned for its extensive acreage (161 hectares), its wide-open spaces and mature woodlands. Hagley Park is also a major sporting and cultural focal point.
  
  
• Lyttelton Harbour - A beautiful scenic harbour located right beside the city of Christchurch. It offers visitors spectacular scenery, a fascinating Maori and European history and an abundance of recreational opportunities.
  
  
• Willowbank Wildlife Reserve - Experience New Zealand's largest and most unique daytime and night-time Kiwi viewing area.
  
  

Top Activities For Christchurch

• Punting on the Avon River - Sit back and relax in a custom-built, beautifully upholstered punt as your boatman guides you past the sights of the central city, giving you a different perspective on the lovely parks, historic buildings and tree lined avenues.
  
  
• Christchurch Tramway - Experience the heritage of the trams, plus Christchurch’s attractions and historic buildings. The beautifully restored heritage trams are also available for a unique dining experience on the Christchurch Tramway Restaurant.
  
  
• Christchurch Gondola - Riding the 945 metre long gondola is a spectacular experience, offering 360-degree views of Christchurch, the Canterbury Plains, Southern Alps, Banks Peninsula and Pacific Ocean as you rise to the summit of Christchurch’s famous extinct volcano.