Things to Do in Christchurch – Canterbury

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Things to Do in Christchurch – Canterbury: It’s not surprising that visitors to Christchurch see Tittle glimpses of England in this beautiful garden city, Hagley Park and the Botanic Gardens are an absolute must for visitors – no matter what the season, take home the memories of brightly coloured daffodils or rich red and gold autumn leaves, Christchurch Cathedral, the Art Centre with its neo-Gothic architecture and the vintage tram, blend easily with the new contemporary art gallery and the inner city cafés and bars nestled below the Port Hills.

Experience Christchurch – Canterbury Region

• The Garden City
• Daffodils and Spring blossom
• Historic Bridge of Remembrance
• Banks Peninsula
• Christchurch Cathedral

You´ll  these great things to see & do…

• Punting on the Avon River
• Buy authentic kiwi gifts from the Arts Centre
• Enjoy a picnic in the Botanic Gardens
• Walk through Hagley Park especially in Spring and Autumn
• Take the ferry to Diamond Harbour
• Soak up the French ambience at Akaroa
• Indulge in a spa treatment at Hanmer Springs
• Take a horse trek in peaceful Peel Forest
• Raft or kayak the Rangitata River
• Savour the North Canterbury Food and Wine Trail

To the North – Kaikoura

• Whales and Dolphins
• Crayfish/lobster
• Eco tourism destination
• Spectacular coastline

Hanmer Springs and Hurunui

• Natural thermal pools
• Mountain bike and nature trails
• Food and wine trail
• Waipara Valley

To the South – Aoraki/ Mt Cook +Mackenzie

• Lake Tekapo + Church of the Good Stepherd
• Ski slopes
• Mt John Observatory
• Mt Cook-our country’s highest mountain
• Tasman Glacier

Things to Do in Christchurch CBD New Zealand

Christchurch and the Canterbury region of New Zealand have always been popular destinations for outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers a wide range of activities to suit everyone, including mountain biking, hand gliding, bungee jumping, snowboarding, jet boating, skydiving, paragliding, and 4-wheel driving.

For those who prefer a more relaxed experience, the region also offers tramping, hiking, golfing, fishing, swimming with dolphins, cruising, horse-trekking, and kayaking, as well as sightseeing. The locals are known for their warmth and hospitality, making visitors feel welcome and at home.

• Christchurch official site

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