Christchurch, New Zealand
The Garden City rebuilt offering accommodation from NZD 30 artistic hostels to NZD 600+ riverside hotels, boutique lodges, and innovative post-earthquake architecture
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Budget Level
$-$$
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Best Months
December, January, February
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Walkability
4.3/5
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Safety Score
4.8/5
Top Attractions in Christchurch
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
21 hectares of themed gardens and conservatories
Cardboard Cathedral
Innovative transitional cathedral design
International Antarctic Centre
Antarctic experiences and penguin encounters
Christchurch Neighborhoods
CBD
Rebuilt city center with new architecture and retail
Riccarton
Shopping district with mall and restaurants
Sumner
Beach suburb with cafes and coastal walks
Lyttelton
Port town with arts scene and farmers market
Essential Christchurch Travel Information
Getting Around
✓ Bus
✓ Bike
✓ Scooters
✓ Uber
✓ Tram
Perfect For
✓ Garden Lover
✓ Architecture Enthusiast
✓ Gateway Explorer
✓ Culture Seeker
✓ Adventure Base
Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
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