Christchurch - Regenerating city, gateway to the South Island
The ultimate mix of old and new, this city will charm you with it's heritage architecture next to edgy new bars and restaurants. All set between the ocean and the mountains, what more could you want?
Christchurch has an excellent mix of beautiful scenic outdoor pursuits and a vibrant inner city to explore.
Discover the dynamism of a city rediscovering and rebuilding itself following the 2010/2011 earthquakes. Explore quirky music venues that have popped up around the city, enjoy local musicians, and Christchurch's unique craft beer scene.
at a glance
Best known for
it's perfect location, right in the middle of the mountains, plains and the ocean
Did you know
Christchurch is the gateway to Antarctica
Don't leave without
a trip up the Port Hills
stories
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events
Notenoughlights Christmas Light Show
When: Nov 28 to Dec 25, 08:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Where: 8 Dunluce Place, Christchurch
Venue: Notenoughlights Light Show, Christchurch
Shands Rd Christmas Lightshow
When: Nov 28 to Dec 30, 08:30 PM to 11:30 PM
Where: 650 Shands RD, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Christmas Lightshow, Christchurch
'As You Like It' by William Shakespeare
When: Dec 9 to Dec 20, 06:30 PM to 08:45 PM
Where: 40 Mona Vale Avenue, Christchurch
Venue: Mona Vale, Christchurch
Van Gogh Alive
When: Feb 19 to Mar 11, 07:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 45 Harvard Ave, Wigram, Christchurch
Venue: Air Force Museum of New Zealand, Christchurch
Xmas Night Market
When: Dec 4, 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Where: 9 Eveleyn Couzins Avenue, Richmond, Christchurch
Venue: Avebury House, Christchurch
Th' Dudes - Th' Bliss Tour
When: Dec 4, 08:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
The Great Cholmondeley Penguin Expedition
When: Dec 6, 10:30 AM to 02:30 PM
Where: Rolleston Ave, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Christchurch
Santa's Mega Grotto
When: Dec 10 to Dec 22, 10:30 AM to 03:00 PM
Where: 193 Travis Road, New Brighton, Christchurch
Venue: QEII Leisure Centre, Christchurch
CSO Presents: Jurassic Park - Film with Live Orchestra
When: Dec 19, 07:30 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
Bridge to Bridge
When: Dec 6, 07:00 AM to 02:00 PM
Where: Coutts Island Road, Christchurch
Venue: Whites Crossing, Christchurch
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YHA Christchurch
YHA Christchurch is a homely heritage building with a modern atmosphere. Located near the town centre, this backpacker hostel is a perfect home base to see everything Christchurch has to offer!
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YHA Springfield
One of Springfield's oldest homes, this backpacker hostel has charm and history as well as quality accommodation options and added extras like home-cooked meals available.