Christchurch International Airport 8 min
International Antarctic Centre (4 min)
Simulated Antarctic environments, penguins, huskies & rides in amphibious Hägglund vehicles. Christchurch Gondola (31 min)
Iconic mountain cablecar offering panoramic views & a cafe & gift shop at the summit. Punting On The Avon (16 min)
Sightseeing rides in a small, flat-bottomed boat poled by a guide dressed in Edwardian clothing. Christchurch Botanic Gardens (14 min)
These gardens in Hagley Park feature native & exotic plants outdoors & in several conservatories. The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora (15 min)
Complex of 23 heritage buildings with shops, restaurants, art spaces & cultural events. Christchurch Transitional Cathedral (19 min)
Interim cathedral, constructed from cardboard to replace a church damaged in a 2011 earthquake. Orana Wildlife Park (11 min)
Open-range zoo with species such as giraffes, gorillas, lions, white rhinos & the native kiwi bird. Port Hills (29 min)
Hiking, bicycling & bird watching are popular activities in these picturesque, low-lying hills. Mona Vale Garden Park (12 min)
Early 1900s homestead with several formal gardens, riverside walks & a restaurant. Christchurch Casino (15 min)
Casino with a typical range of slot machines & table games, plus restaurants, bars & live shows. Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū (17 min)
Art museum showcasing contemporary works & offering films, lectures, tours & family events. Canterbury Museum (15 min)
Displays on Christchurch and Canterbury, including Maori and Antarctic discovery collections. Hagley Park North (11 min)
Sprawling urban park with botanical gardens, a small lake, tennis & other sports courts & a museum. Air Force Museum of New Zealand (12 min)
Exhibits on the country's military aviation history along with aircraft, tours & a flight simulator. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve (5 min)
Native New Zealand wildlife such as kiwis, along with a restaurant & Maori cultural performances. | 
