Christchurch International Airport 13 min
Orana Wildlife Park (20 min) Open-range zoo with species such as giraffes, gorillas, lions, white rhinos & the native kiwi bird. Punting On The Avon (9 min) Sightseeing rides in a small, flat-bottomed boat poled by a guide dressed in Edwardian clothing. Canterbury Museum (10 min) Displays on Christchurch and Canterbury, including Maori and Antarctic discovery collections. Mona Vale Garden Park (14 min) Early 1900s homestead with several formal gardens, riverside walks & a restaurant. Christchurch Botanic Gardens (5 min) These gardens in Hagley Park feature native & exotic plants outdoors & in several conservatories. The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora (10 min) Complex of 23 heritage buildings with shops, restaurants, art spaces & cultural events. Port Hills (19 min) Hiking, bicycling & bird watching are popular activities in these picturesque, low-lying hills. Christchurch Transitional Cathedral (11 min) Interim cathedral, constructed from cardboard to replace a church damaged in a 2011 earthquake. Christchurch Gondola (22 min) Iconic mountain cablecar offering panoramic views & a cafe & gift shop at the summit. Hagley Park North (9 min) Sprawling urban park with botanical gardens, a small lake, tennis & other sports courts & a museum. Christchurch Casino (10 min) Casino with a typical range of slot machines & table games, plus restaurants, bars & live shows. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve (16 min) Native New Zealand wildlife such as kiwis, along with a restaurant & Maori cultural performances. International Antarctic Centre (12 min) Simulated Antarctic environments, penguins, huskies & rides in amphibious Hägglund vehicles. Air Force Museum of New Zealand (9 min) Exhibits on the country's military aviation history along with aircraft, tours & a flight simulator. Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū (9 min) Art museum showcasing contemporary works & offering films, lectures, tours & family events. |