Christchurch

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Yaldhurst Museum

Alfred Thornhill Cooper and Marion Cooper are to be credited for this amazing collection of vintage cars in the Yaldhurst Museum.

Arts gallery

Opened in 2003, the Arts Gallery is a dominant NZ$ 47 building that has set standards for all others in the South Island.

A gothic stone building, Arts gallery is a show ground for a number of subjects operational in Christchurch such as the crafts market, the produce market and daily exhibitions from over 40 artists in various ou

Botanic Gardens

Today it holds one of the most exotic and rare collection of plant species from within the country as well as abroad.

Canterbury Museum

A thorough exploration of the Canterbury Museum is a must. With elaborate sections dedicated to the displays of Maori, Antarctic, Colonial and Natural history sections, the museum is an attraction to kids as we

Southern Encounter Aquarium & Kiwi House

Formerly known as the Aquarium of Discovery, the Southern Encounter Aquarium is a walk through of tanks of aquarium with rare fishes and sea creatures.

International Antarctic Centre

Fulfill your dream of getting on a snow mobile and racing across snow land here at the center which is fully acclimatized to the polar weather conditions.

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

On a much smaller scale than the Onara, the Williowbank breeds most of the local animal population of the country especially kiwis.

What to do with Children in tow

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Christchurch Cathedral

This most prominent landmark of Christchurch was completed in 1904 into a dominating grey stone building with a magnificent clock tower.

Riccarton Bush

Get a feeling of the native New Zealand forestry in the Riccarton Bush, probably the last of the remains of the Canterbury forests.

Orana Wildlife Park

Set on 80 hectares of park like ground, this is an open zoo where animals from within the country and abroad are taken care and kept in open spaces to imitate their natural habitat.

Science Alive

Education and entertainment, all under one roof is offered by Science Alive, an interactive scientific center visited by adults and children alike.

Christchurch Gondola

The gondola ride takes you up all the way to the summit of the Port hills from where one can look down at the beautiful city and its settlements.

Diamond Harbor

A small settlement on the Bank Peninsula and administratively a part of Christchurch, the Diamond Harbor is of scenic beauty with its shinning waters and green shrubs around the hilly areas.

Ferrymead Heritage Park

The entire township is preserved in this early lifestyle with schools, churches, cottages, trams and buggies, which makes the heritage park full of entertainment and education.

Air Force Museum

Awarded the ‘Best Attraction in Christchurch’ award, the Air Force Museum is a must visit for a tourist to the city.

Mona Vale Gardens

Mone Vale Gardens is a preserved homestead of one of the first families that settled in Christchurch, the Deans. The homestead has lush green shrubs and well maintained bushes with exotic flowers.

Jellie Park Aqualand

On warm sunny Christchurch days, take out your children to this outdoor amusement park for a day full of excitement with water games, outdoor swimming, water slides and secluded family picnic areas for privacy.

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Lollipop’s playland and café

An all time favorite attraction for children is the Lollipop Playland in the South of the city. The play place is full of soft playing material like castles, building blocks, animals, climbing toys and ball pits.

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