Christchurch International Airport 18 min
International Antarctic Centre (18 min) Simulated Antarctic environments, penguins, huskies & rides in amphibious Hägglund vehicles. Christchurch Botanic Gardens (15 min) These gardens in Hagley Park feature native & exotic plants outdoors & in several conservatories. Port Hills (17 min) Hiking, bicycling & bird watching are popular activities in these picturesque, low-lying hills. Punting On The Avon (16 min) Sightseeing rides in a small, flat-bottomed boat poled by a guide dressed in Edwardian clothing. Christchurch Transitional Cathedral (17 min) Interim cathedral, constructed from cardboard to replace a church damaged in a 2011 earthquake. Air Force Museum of New Zealand (9 min) Exhibits on the country's military aviation history along with aircraft, tours & a flight simulator. Christchurch Gondola (24 min) Iconic mountain cablecar offering panoramic views & a cafe & gift shop at the summit. The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora (16 min) Complex of 23 heritage buildings with shops, restaurants, art spaces & cultural events. Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū (16 min) Art museum showcasing contemporary works & offering films, lectures, tours & family events. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve (23 min) Native New Zealand wildlife such as kiwis, along with a restaurant & Maori cultural performances. Christchurch Adventure Park (9 min) Zip line, adventure, and mountain biking Canterbury Museum (16 min) Displays on Christchurch and Canterbury, including Maori and Antarctic discovery collections. Hagley Park North (14 min) Sprawling urban park with botanical gardens, a small lake, tennis & other sports courts & a museum. Mona Vale Garden Park (15 min) Early 1900s homestead with several formal gardens, riverside walks & a restaurant. Orana Wildlife Park (23 min) Open-range zoo with species such as giraffes, gorillas, lions, white rhinos & the native kiwi bird. |