Places to go in christchurch! QUICK!?

March 14th, 2010 by mike
  • Where are some places to go in christchurch on a cold day that DONT INVOLVE SHOPPING!!!!!!!!!!!!! And it cant cost money and if it does cheap!!!!!!
    Please help and quick!!!!!!


  • International Antarctic Centre (www.iceberg.co.nz)
    Science Alive (www.sciencealive.co.nz)
    Gondola (www.gondola.co.nz)
    Punting on the Avon (www.punting.co.nz)

    Take a walk in the beautiful Hagley Park (FREE!)


    Also, go to Brighton or Sumner Beach, easily reached by bus. Orana Wildlife Park is disappointing (so I have been told by a Christchurch resident).

    For other events, attractions, and accommodation, go to www.bethere.co.nz also www.aatravel.co.nz should not go amiss

    Hope this helps you plan your travels!


  • Don't even bother going to the International Antarctic Centre. It is the biggest rip off ever. The penguins you can see for free by going to the coast,as they are local and not the Antarctic ones, as they are protected I guess.


    Here is a list of free and low cost attractions in and around the Christchurch area.

    Get acquainted with Christchurch by strolling through Hagley Parkâ ™s leafy glades


    Admire the stately old English trees, colourful themed flower beds in the Botanic Gardens and the tranquillity of the meandering Avon River (spanned by 30 bridges).

    Catch the romance of punting in the Park
    Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Avon River through woodlands and gardens.

    Take lunch in the gardens at the Curatorâ ™s House Restaurant
    Admire the Tudor style architecture, view the home fruit and vegetable garden and savour its produce.

    Join the throng in Cathedral Square and climb up the Cathedral Bell Tower
    Shop, socialise, sightsee and then hop on a restored vintage tram for a scenic circuit of the CBD.

    Share a controversial lunch with the Christchurch Wizard
    Listen thoughtfully as he expounds some outrageous theories at Speakerâ ™s Corner.

    Join the after-dark party scene along swinging Oxford Terrace
    The Stripâ ™ of chic bars and cafes offers dancing, jazz and great nightlife.

    Visit the graceful Gothic-style Arts Centre
    Enjoy the atmosphere of this hub of theatre, film, dance and music - it has New Zealandâ ™s longest running professional theatre.

    Drop in to the Canterbury Museum
    View exhibits on Antarctic exploration, life-size dioramas of Maori history and New Zealand bird life.

    Visit Christchurch's new and impressive Art Gallery
    See the wonderful collection of paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and craft objects.

    Trot out to Orana Park, New Zealandâ ™s largest wildlife centre
    Interact with all sorts of animals, birds and reptiles. Donâ ™t miss the nocturnal kiwi house.



    Travel back in time at the Ferrymead Historic Park
    Hop on a working historic tramway and stroll through a colonial village.

    Visit the Port Hills and ride the Mt Cavendish gondola
    The reward is a fabulous view over Lyttleton and the Canterbury Plains.

    Drive through the tunnel to Lyttleton
    Walk the historic streets and see the maritime and colonial displays in the museum.

    Travel out to the French colonial settlement of Akaroa
    Enjoy wine tasting, cheese sampling, or a wildlife cruise. Wander through craft shops and galleries.

    Explore the bays and peninsulas of Banks Peninsula
    Take to the coastal walking tracks and see the diverse marine life - seals, penguins and Hectorâ ™s dolphins (the worldâ ™s smallest and rarest species).

    Drive to Kaikoura to view the marine life
    Take a Whale Watch cruise to view sperm, humpback, pilot whales or orcas and return via Hanmer Springs for a soak in the therapeutic hot pools.

    Drive to Mt Cook for stunning views of the Southern Alps
    Check the Visitor Centre for details of superb walks up glacial valleys and the lower slopes. Excursions by 4WD, Kayak, ski plane and helicopter are also available.






  • Others have already listed good places.
    As well, try: Orana Park, Taylors Mistake, New Brighton beach and pier,
    Akaroa, Birdlings Flat, Dyers Pass, The Summit Road and Gondola, Lyttelton, Diamond Harbour, Ferrymead, and I hope you all enjoy yourselves whatever you do.


  • Have a look at http://www.holidays-in-newzealand.com/ch... There are a lot of ideas there.The parks and beaches are all great, but not on a cold day.The Art Gallery is excellent,the museum.
    Check the list.You should find something suitable.


  • the museum and arts centre - both free
    the art gallery too

    its not raining anymore so you could add a walk through the botanic gardens and take a loaf of bread to feed the ducks!







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