Christchurch District Travel Guide

Canterbury

Banks Peninsula Christchurch New Zealand
Lyttleon harbour christchurch new zealand landscape
Overlook of scenic Akaroa harbour on the Banks Peninsula, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
"Under the trees", Botanic gardens, Christchurch, New Zealand
A blue fountain in the canterbury museum and botanical gardens, Christchurch, New Zealand

Popular cities in Christchurch District

Christchurch
Christchurch
Known for Gardens, Cafes and Business
The Garden City delights visitors with native parklands, Māori culture and adrenaline-charged adventures through the countryside.

Reasons to visit

  • Sumner Beach
  • Lyttelton Harbour
  • New Brighton Beach
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Akaroa
Akaroa
Known for Boating, Dolphins and Tours
Swim with dolphins, sail around the bay and visit a sculpture and mosaic garden in this charming French and British colonial town in a volcanic setting.

Reasons to visit

  • Akaroa Wharf
  • Akaroa Lighthouse
  • Akaroa Museum
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Banks Peninsula Christchurch New Zealand
Pigeon Bay
Venture to sights like Banks Peninsula as you discover the local area in Pigeon Bay.

Reasons to visit

  • Banks Peninsula
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Diamond Harbour
Diamond Harbour
Head to sights like Church Bay as you discover the local area in Diamond Harbour.
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Scenic View of Duvauchelle, South Island, New Zealand
Duvauchelle
Known for Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Duvauchelle.
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Little River
Little River
Known for Ecotourism, Rivers and Relaxing
Bike or hike along a historic rail trail, visit a working sheep farm, browse a gallery and a railway museum and enjoy the nature of this water-rich destination.
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