Christchurch
The Garden City, Christchurch is a fabulous place, lovely parks and gardens,
it's the gateway to the south
and is the first stop for many international visitors. Many attractions and
things to do make it a good place to relax after a long flight before
heading off to other parts.
Things to see include;
The International Antarctic Centre The only attraction of its kind in the
world. Experience an Antarctic storm first hand, with temperatures dropping
well below the zero....
Orana Park A touch of Africa - and everywhere else where wild animals roam
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve An eclectic mix of native New Zealand flora and
fauna, with a Maori cultural perspective - don't miss "Ko Tane"
Southern Encounter Aquarium See NZ's native "Kiwi" - in the centre of the
city
Christchurch Tramway Travel the city in the style and elegance of the last
century
Canterbury Museum Artifacts, treasures and relics of a time gone by
Christchurch Art Gallery It's new, it's startling, it's big - and it plays
host to some of the best artistic endeavour in Canterbury, New Zealand, and
the world
Arts Centre Arts, crafts and entertainment of all kinds - every weekend
Christchurch Cathedral An iconic focus for the centre of Christchurch city
Punting In "perfect ways to spend a relaxing afternoon" this ranks No. 1
Air Force World Flying - as it was - as it is - and how you would like it to
be
Hot Air Ballooning
And if the Canterbury Rugby team is playing, join the locals and head down
and watch a game!
And within the region there are many
activities;
Something thrilling...
Hangliding, mountain biking, bungy jumping, ski-ing,
snowboarding, jet boating, white water rafting, skydiving, mountain
climbing, paragliding, riding in a Hagglund, heli-biking, 4 wheel
driving -
Something active...
Walking, tramping, hiking, golfing, fishing, sightseeing,
flightseeing, whale watching, swimming with dolphins, cruising, diving,
horse-trekking, motorcycling, kayaking, canoeing -
Something relaxing...
Punting down the river, star-gazing, hot-air ballooning,
wildlife cruising, wining, dining, eco-touring, soaking in the thermal
pools, soaking up Maori culture
Getting to Christchurch
Most likely you will arrive in Christchurch via Christchurch's international
Airport. Chappie can arrange accommodation for you
Queenstown is 487 km
Picton is 366 km
Dunedin is 360 km
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