Christchurch

Christchurch is New Zealand's second largest city, situated on the Canterbury Plains of the South Island. It was founded by English settlers in the mid-1800s and - as such - the city is renowned for its English architecture and beautiful gardens.

Christchurch is a vibrant city with restaurants, cafés, bars, golf courses and a host of other attractions and things to do.

Christchurch Cathedral
Christchurch Tram
Christchurch Casino
Christchurch Museum
Christchurch Arts Centre
Botanic Garden and Hagley Park
Avon River - enjoy a punt ride
Hot air ballooning and paragliding
International Antarctic Centre
Air Force World
Ferrymead Historic Centre
Yaldhurst Museum of Transport & Science
Orana and Willowbank wildlife parks
Port Hills Gondola
Brighton and Sumner beaches
Canterbury and Waipara vineyards
Akaroa French village and harbour
Tranz Alpine scenic rail journey