Guidebook for Christchurch
Drinks & Nightlife
Fat Eddie's
76 Hereford Stgreat spot for a chilled out time.
close by in the tanner centre. often have great music
6 locals recommend
Blue Smoke - Live Music Venue
3 Garlands Rdclose by in the tanner centre. often have great music
Huge selection of whisky from round the world. Plus cocktails and a great location on the iconic new regent st.
32 locals recommend
The Last Word
Huge selection of whisky from round the world. Plus cocktails and a great location on the iconic new regent st.
Shopping
The Tannery
3 Garlands Rdcute boutique centre with some nice cafes and quirky stores.
Food Scene
Castle Rock Cafe
21 Mary Muller DrGood food close by.
Saturday morning market brings a bustle to Littleton, but that is not all there is. great cafes, bars, bakery and gift shops are great. check out the local theatre too.
99 locals recommend
Lyttelton
Saturday morning market brings a bustle to Littleton, but that is not all there is. great cafes, bars, bakery and gift shops are great. check out the local theatre too.
Sightseeing
A great place to begin a walk along the Avon through the central city.
10 locals recommend
Bridge of Remembrance
Cashel StreetA great place to begin a walk along the Avon through the central city.
Parks & Nature
Stunning gardens in the heart of Christchurch.
lots to see in any season but stunning in spring and summer. quiet interupteded by bird song. bring your camera
297 locals recommend
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Rolleston AvenueStunning gardens in the heart of Christchurch.
lots to see in any season but stunning in spring and summer. quiet interupteded by bird song. bring your camera
Want great views of Christchurch.. great picnic spot.
heaps of walking tracks.. you can even get there by bus.
63 locals recommend
Victoria Park
Want great views of Christchurch.. great picnic spot.
heaps of walking tracks.. you can even get there by bus.
This historical walk has stunning views from the beginning to the end. you can walk in either direction, i prefer to start on the city side though, after a wonder around lyttleton, catch the bus back through the tunnel or walk back over the hill again.
Walking up and over the hill between the township of Lyttelton with the Harbour, over to the village of Heathcote on the city side, this walk has 360 degree views from the top, views of the Pacific, The Southern Alps and Kaikora Mountain ranges, the Lyttleton Harbour Basin, the Port Hills and the City of Christchurch all open out in front of you. BREATHTAKING.
12 locals recommend
Bridle Path walk
Bridle Path RoadThis historical walk has stunning views from the beginning to the end. you can walk in either direction, i prefer to start on the city side though, after a wonder around lyttleton, catch the bus back through the tunnel or walk back over the hill again.
Walking up and over the hill between the township of Lyttelton with the Harbour, over to the village of Heathcote on the city side, this walk has 360 degree views from the top, views of the Pacific, The Southern Alps and Kaikora Mountain ranges, the Lyttleton Harbour Basin, the Port Hills and the City of Christchurch all open out in front of you. BREATHTAKING.
This Play Park emerged from the rubble of the Christchurch Quakes, designed with the help of local kids, there is something here for everyone. From people watchers to toddlers, its a great place for kids of all ages. Equally fun with kids during the day or at 3 in the morning after leaving the clubs.
150 locals recommend
Margaret Mahy Playground
Armagh StreetThis Play Park emerged from the rubble of the Christchurch Quakes, designed with the help of local kids, there is something here for everyone. From people watchers to toddlers, its a great place for kids of all ages. Equally fun with kids during the day or at 3 in the morning after leaving the clubs.
Neighborhoods
This beach suburb has a thriving food scene and a wide swath of beach, many hill walks and great views.
64 locals recommend
Sumner
This beach suburb has a thriving food scene and a wide swath of beach, many hill walks and great views.
City advice
Customs and culture
Get on an e-scooter, fun, fast and funky way to enjoy the beautiful inner city.
Download a e-scooter app (lime, flamingo, beem) and scoot about the inner city, a fun way to enjoy the green spaces inside the cbd, the river, the parks and gardens, as well as the cafes, shops and architecture