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Tours & day trips
See all 120 activitiesOpens in new tab5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Private & custom tours
See all 32 activitiesOpens in new tabV8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch
Cruises & boat tours
See all 16 activitiesOpens in new tabArthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Adventure & outdoor
See all 14 activitiesOpens in new tabFrom Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Wildlife & nature
See all 7 activitiesOpens in new tabFrom Christchurch: Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Tour
Popular places to visit
Canterbury Museum
Discover arctic cold, visit indigenous New Zealand and journey back to the age of the dinosaurs at this extensive museum.
Christchurch Art Gallery
Browse exhibitions of works by artists from New Zealand and around the world displayed in the halls of a striking glass-fronted building.
Bridge of Remembrance
Walk across this important stone bridge, which pays homage to the Christchurch residents that served in the two world wars.
Quake City
Tour this fascinating museum and hear stories of heroism and hope from the massive earthquakes that hit the region in 2010 and 2011.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
With miles of open lawns and vibrant flower beds, this serene area of parkland ensures Christchurch’s reputation as a garden city.
Robert McDougall Art Gallery
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Robert McDougall Art Gallery in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.