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
its perfect location - right near mountains, plains, and the sea
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
Diwali 2019
When: Oct 26, 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Cathedral Square, Christchurch
Venue: Cathedral Square, Christchurch
Rangiora Show 2019
When: Oct 25 to Oct 26, 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Where: Ashley St, Rangiora, Waimakariri
Venue: Rangiora A&P Showgrounds, Rangiora, Waimakariri
01 Kaitorete Spit
When: Nov 2, 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Where: Banks Peninsula
Venue: Birdlings Flat, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury
Patti Smith and Her Band
When: Apr 25, 08:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
Hororata Highland Games
When: Nov 9, 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Where: Hororata Road, Hororata, Selwyn
Venue: Hororata Domain, Hororata, Selwyn
CSO Presents: Last Night of the Proms
When: Nov 2, 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
Christchurch Casino NZ Trotting Cup Day
When: Nov 12, 10:30 AM to 07:00 PM
Where: 75 Jack Hinton Drive, Christchurch
Venue: Addington Raceway & Events Centre , Christchurch
Gladys Knight
When: Feb 15, 07:30 PM to 11:59 PM
Where: 86 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, Christchurch
The Christmas Country Fete
When: Oct 31, 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Where: 891 Mount Thomas Road, Fernside
Venue: Lyddington Farm, Oxford, Canterbury
Hanmer Springs Fete
When: Nov 1, 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Where: 1 Jacks Pass Road
Venue: Queen Mary Hospital Grounds, Hanmer Springs, Canterbury
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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.