Destination Christchurch

A refreshing urban centre full of new secrets to discover. If you haven’t been here in a while, you’re in for a surprise. The city has been through some massive changes in the past few years, and the time has come to explore it all.

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Miro Cafe
Miro is located in one of the few heritage buildings that remain in Christchurch. Originally built in 1934 the building is adorned with history and art deco features, only 160 meters from Te Pae. Take the original 1930’s lift to Level 2 where you will discover the Fantail, Kea and Pukeko rooms each with city views and their own unique purpose.
With an excellent and appealing menu with creative twists on some of the classics, made with fine ingredients treated with respect. Miro have an attentive, knowledgeable front of house team and were in Cuisine Magazine’s Top 100 Restaurants.
176 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch
Website: www.miro.nz

Christchurch Gondola
Stunning 360° views from 500 metres above sea level - to the west gaze across the sparkling cityscape of Christchurch, over the Canterbury Plains to the high peaks of the Southern Alps. To the south and east are dramatic views of Banks Peninsula, Lake Ellesmere and Lyttelton Harbour formed in a sunken volcanic crater. Looking north the beaches of Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean unfold to the distant Kaikoura Peninsula. Sit back, relax and soak up the stunning views with a snack at the Red Rock Cafe, and enjoy quality shopping at the "Shop at the Top."
Hours: 10am – 5pm, 7 days
Website: http://welcomeaboard.co.nz/gondola/

Jet Thrills Christchurch
An exciting jet boating experience is only 20 minutes away from the centre of Christchurch. Situated on the famous Waimakariri River as it twists and turns its way from the Southern Alps to the sea. Small and large groups are welcome and transfers for the city area can be arranged.
Hours: 10am until 1 hour before sunset
Website: http://www.jetthrills.com/

Discover Christchurch City Tour
On tour we will view some of the areas affected by the earthquakes, see how Christchurch is preserving some of its iconic heritage buildings and hear about the exciting vision to rebuild and restore the inner city. Your experience includes a 1 hour Tour around central Christchurch on New Zealand’s only Open Top Double Decker and a 2 hour Tour on a closed top Double Decker visiting places of interest in greater Christchurch.
Hours: 7am – 8pm, 7 days
Website: http://www.greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tour-destinations/christchurch/

Punting on the Avon
Glide along the tranquil Avon River in Christchurch, as a skilled punter in traditional Edwardian attire propels you slowly along the water. Our Avon River Punting tours are set aboard handcrafted flat-bottomed boats, poled along by your punter from the platformed till at the rear end of the boat. Punting on the Avon is an eco-friendly way to relax and enjoy Christchurch from a different perspective.
Hours: 9am – 6pm
Website: http://welcomeaboard.co.nz/punting/

Adrenaline Forest
Fly, jump, swing and scream in through the tree tops. Adrenalin Forest is best described as high wire, high excitement activity, where participants can test their limits and conquer their fears. It is a great confidence builder and adrenalin rush. There are six different courses of progressive difficulty. Affordable fun for the whole family. It takes around 3 hours to complete the course.
Hours: 10am – 2:30 pm (last start)
Website: http://www.adrenalin-forest.co.nz/

Christchurch Tramway
Enjoy a journey in style through the changing face of Christchurch’s city centre on board our beautifully restored heritage Trams, one of Christchurch’s leading attractions, Our friendly and knowledgeable drivers will inform you about the city, its landmarks and local sights. Your day-long ticket allows you to get on and off the Tram as often as you please! The journey takes you to the appropriate stops for Punting on the Avon, and the Caterpillar Tour of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Cathedral Junction, Avon River, Re:START Mall, Gothic-style Arts Centre, the Canterbury Museum and New Regent Street. We have 17 stops en route.
Hours: 9am – 6pm
Website: http://welcomeaboard.co.nz/christchurch-tram/

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