Local area

The Christchurch Adventure Park is set on 358 private hectares in Christchurch’s Port Hills. The Adventure Park is a resource that is utilised by the local community as well as domestic and international visitors with uphill climbing tracks, a fully licensed cafe as well as a series ziplines. The Park sets a new benchmark for mountain biking internationally with the first chairlift specifically designed for mountain bikes and their riders open all year round.

It is spread over 164 hectares featuring the Christchurch botanical gardens, Hagley golf course, sports fields and the Avon river. A key focal point for the Christchurch community since it’s opening in 1855, the park also features the Canterbury Museum and is a short walk from the Arts Centre and Christchurch Arts Gallery.

Located in the Heathcote Valley just 15 minutes from central Christchurch, take a ride to the top of the Port Hills in 4 person cabins. The Christchurch Gondola offers panoramic views over the city towards the Southern Alps and the hills of Banks Peninsula.

A journey along the Avon River is a popular Christchurch attraction. You’ll be seated in a flat bottomed boat (piloted by a ‘Punter’) departing from the historic Antigua boat sheds. Follow the path of the river through the city and the tree-lined banks of Hagley park.

Enjoy a ride through Christchurch’s city centre on board restored heritage Trams. The 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..

Discover Christchurch’s new retail heart at The Crossing – a diverse yet intimate, one-hectare precinct of heritage facades, cutting edge architecture, enticing laneways and open public spaces.Located on Cashel street in central Christchurch, The Crossing sets the benchmark for retail and hospitality in post-earthquake Christchurch. It’s the only retail precinct within the central city where you can shop, eat and park