Christchurch Holidays
Christchurch holidaysin South Island
Christchurch is New Zealand's largest South Island city, where innovative architecture, heritage landmarks and beautiful gardens meet spectacular Canterbury scenery. Explore central Christchurch aboard a restored heritage tram, enjoy a memorable meal on the Tramway Restaurant, or glide along the Avon River on a traditional guided punt. Ride the Christchurch Gondola to the Port Hills for sweeping views across the city, Canterbury Plains, Lyttelton Harbour, and Southern Alps. Beyond Christchurch, visit Banks Peninsula and the harbour town of Akaroa, known for its French-inspired heritage, excellent dining and wildlife cruises offering opportunities to spot rare Hector's dolphins in their natural habitat.
Why Visit Christchurch?
- Thriving arts scene with museums, boutique galleries and events
- Superb dining from casual cafes to elegant restaurants
- Beautiful, wide-open spaces in the heart of the city
- Well placed gateway to the South Island
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Best time to go
From December to February, sunshine and high temperatures can be enjoyed in Christchurch, while brilliant autumn hues from March to May are often accompanied by excellent, settled weather. From June to August the temperatures dip to between 3 and 12ºC, while spring brings pleasantly mild temperatures and an amazing medley of colours.
Travel Information
Christchurch has an international airport with direct flights from Asia and is located only a short distance from the centre of the city. The TranzAlpine train to Greymouth and the Coastal Pacific train from Picton start and end in Christchurch.
Local currency
New Zealand dollar
Frequently Asked Questions
We can arrange transfers on arrival and taxis are readily available.
Both the airport and the port are major launch pads for research teams heading to Antarctica.
We recommend 2 or 3 nights to fully explore the city.
Christchurch is a very walkable city and we'd recommend collecting your car as you leave the city rather than when you arrive.
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