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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activities
events
Blindspott: POSTPONED
When: Jun 6, 07:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Where: 2a Waterman Place, Ferrymead, Christchurch
Venue: The Good Home , Christchurch
Patti Smith and Her Band: POSTPONED
When: Apr 25, 08:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
Th' Dudes - Th' Bliss Tour: POSTPONED
When: Apr 16, 08:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
Introduction to Māori Healing: POSTPONED
When: May 24, 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Where: 157 Poranui Beach Rd, Banks Peninsula, Christchurch District
Venue: Birdlings Flat Community Centre, Banks Peninsula, Christchurch District
Radioraps | Lang Storie Kort | Christchurch
When: May 29, 07:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Where: Straven Rd, Fendalton, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Boys' High School, Christchurch
My Fair Lady
When: Apr 3 to Apr 18, 07:30 PM to 10:25 PM
Where: 145 Gloucester St, Christchurch
Venue: Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch
Kaikoura Adventure Race
When: Apr 25 to Apr 27, 05:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Where: 1 Rorrisons Road, Kaikoura, Canterbury
Venue: Kaikoura High School, Kaikoura, Canterbury
So Pop!: CANCELLED
When: May 3, 08:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: Jack Hinton Dve, Addington, Christchurch
Venue: Horncastle Arena, Christchurch
Opawa Famers' Market
When: Jan 5 to Dec 27, 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: 275 Fifield Terrace, Christchurch
Venue: Opawa Farmers' Market, Christchurch
Crusty Demons - Rise of the Demons NZ Tour: POSTPONED
When: May 2, 06:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: Wigram Road, Wigram, Christchurch
Venue: Canterbury Agricultural Park, 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 Christchurch Rolleston House
This heritage building turned backpacker hostel sits between The Arts Centre, Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Botanic Gardens. The perfect accommodation spot to get your culture and heritage fix.
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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.