Discovering Christchurch: Your Ultimate Airbnb Handbook

Angela
Discovering Christchurch: Your Ultimate Airbnb Handbook

Sightseeing

Opened in 1932, New Regent Street is Christchurch’s only complete heritage streetscape. With beautiful Spanish Mission architecture, and a distinctive pastel colour scheme, it’s long been popular with locals and tourists alike. In amongst the history and heritage there’s an exciting range of businesses in the boutique shops. From Gelato, cookies and cakes to a whisky bar, diamond jewelers and gifts. New Regent Street is all about pleasure and indulgence. Whether sipping a latte while admiring the period features and attractive landscaping, indulging in a haircut and manicure, or meeting friends for drinks, you’ll find it a stylish haven for pleasure and relaxation. Located right in the heart of Christchurch city, New Regent Street is close to major hotels and Cathedral Square, and just a short stroll from the ReStart Mall. There are car parks nearby, several bus routes on adjacent streets, and we’ll also be on the tram route once it reopens. However you get to New Regent Street, we look forward to welcoming you and indulging you.
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New Regent Street
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Opened in 1932, New Regent Street is Christchurch’s only complete heritage streetscape. With beautiful Spanish Mission architecture, and a distinctive pastel colour scheme, it’s long been popular with locals and tourists alike. In amongst the history and heritage there’s an exciting range of businesses in the boutique shops. From Gelato, cookies and cakes to a whisky bar, diamond jewelers and gifts. New Regent Street is all about pleasure and indulgence. Whether sipping a latte while admiring the period features and attractive landscaping, indulging in a haircut and manicure, or meeting friends for drinks, you’ll find it a stylish haven for pleasure and relaxation. Located right in the heart of Christchurch city, New Regent Street is close to major hotels and Cathedral Square, and just a short stroll from the ReStart Mall. There are car parks nearby, several bus routes on adjacent streets, and we’ll also be on the tram route once it reopens. However you get to New Regent Street, we look forward to welcoming you and indulging you.
The Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, commonly known as the Christchurch Art Gallery, is the public art gallery of the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. It has its own substantial art collection and also presents a programme of New Zealand and international exhibitions
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Bảo tàng Mỹ thuật Christchurch (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
312 Montreal St
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The Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, commonly known as the Christchurch Art Gallery, is the public art gallery of the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. It has its own substantial art collection and also presents a programme of New Zealand and international exhibitions
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, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour and the Gondola Shuttle bus. Cathedral Junction, the Avon River, Gothic-style Arts Centre, the Canterbury Museum and New Regent Street are just some of sights to be seen from the comfort of your Tram, or accessed from the 17 stops en route.
Tramway Lane
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, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour and the Gondola Shuttle bus. Cathedral Junction, the Avon River, Gothic-style Arts Centre, the Canterbury Museum and New Regent Street are just some of sights to be seen from the comfort of your Tram, or accessed from the 17 stops en route.
An iconic Christchurch activity not to be missed. Admire the beautiful Christchurch Botanic Gardens or the changing face of the city centre as you are expertly guided gently along the Avon River on our authentic Edwardian Punting tours. Summer or winter, 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. An ideal group or family activity, Punting on the Avon is an eco-friendly way to relax and enjoy Christchurch from a different perspective. Please note that all standard Punt rides are shared rides. For customers wishing to take a private Punt ride, our 45-minute private tours are available to book for $50 per adult and $25 per child (a minimum of two adults applies). Sightseeing rides in a small, flat-bottomed boat poled by a guide dressed in Edwardian clothing. Address: 2 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013 Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6PM Phone: 03-366 0337
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Đi thuyền trên sông Avon
2 Cambridge Terrace
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An iconic Christchurch activity not to be missed. Admire the beautiful Christchurch Botanic Gardens or the changing face of the city centre as you are expertly guided gently along the Avon River on our authentic Edwardian Punting tours. Summer or winter, 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. An ideal group or family activity, Punting on the Avon is an eco-friendly way to relax and enjoy Christchurch from a different perspective. Please note that all standard Punt rides are shared rides. For customers wishing to take a private Punt ride, our 45-minute private tours are available to book for $50 per adult and $25 per child (a minimum of two adults applies). Sightseeing rides in a small, flat-bottomed boat poled by a guide dressed in Edwardian clothing. Address: 2 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013 Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6PM Phone: 03-366 0337

Entertainment

The Isaac Theatre Royal, is a heritage building in Christchurch, New Zealand, designed by brothers Sidney and Alfred Luttrell. Built in 1908 it is the only operational Edwardian style Theatre remaining in New Zealand. Address: 145 Gloucester St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011 Opened: 1908 Seating capacity: 1,290 Construction started: 1906 Phone: 03-366 6326
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Isaac Theatre Royal
145 Gloucester St
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The Isaac Theatre Royal, is a heritage building in Christchurch, New Zealand, designed by brothers Sidney and Alfred Luttrell. Built in 1908 it is the only operational Edwardian style Theatre remaining in New Zealand. Address: 145 Gloucester St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011 Opened: 1908 Seating capacity: 1,290 Construction started: 1906 Phone: 03-366 6326
I love this cozy hidden little gem for an afternoon Whiskey warmer, catch up with a friend, watch the world pass by. With comfortable well worn chairs, cozy blankets and the best drinks menu in town - you'll love the vibe here. AND it's all within walking - or stumbling distance of where you are staying. The last word is a whisky and cocktail lounge situated in the historic New Regent Street in the heart of Christchurch. On offer is a hand-picked selection of fine whiskies and a range of cocktails, craft beer and boutique wines. 31 New Regent Street Christchurch, New Zealand. Mon - Wed 4pm till midnight Thurs - Fri 4pm till late Saturday - 2pm till 2am Sunday - Flexible
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The Last Word
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I love this cozy hidden little gem for an afternoon Whiskey warmer, catch up with a friend, watch the world pass by. With comfortable well worn chairs, cozy blankets and the best drinks menu in town - you'll love the vibe here. AND it's all within walking - or stumbling distance of where you are staying. The last word is a whisky and cocktail lounge situated in the historic New Regent Street in the heart of Christchurch. On offer is a hand-picked selection of fine whiskies and a range of cocktails, craft beer and boutique wines. 31 New Regent Street Christchurch, New Zealand. Mon - Wed 4pm till midnight Thurs - Fri 4pm till late Saturday - 2pm till 2am Sunday - Flexible
Are you a movie go-er? You'll love the newest Hoyts Cinema in Christchurch. Plush reclining chairs will make your movie experience exceptional. Fabulous eateries down stairs where you can meet for a bite to eat, or a coffee with friends or family before heading upstairs to your movie.
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Hoyts EntX Christchurch
617 Colombo St
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Are you a movie go-er? You'll love the newest Hoyts Cinema in Christchurch. Plush reclining chairs will make your movie experience exceptional. Fabulous eateries down stairs where you can meet for a bite to eat, or a coffee with friends or family before heading upstairs to your movie.
New Zealand's first casino, there's No Better Place To Be! Christchurch Casino is an R20 all-inclusive entertainment venue with great value dining, exciting ways to play, live entertainment, awesome events, promotions, and giveaways.
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Christchurch Casino
30 Victoria St
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New Zealand's first casino, there's No Better Place To Be! Christchurch Casino is an R20 all-inclusive entertainment venue with great value dining, exciting ways to play, live entertainment, awesome events, promotions, and giveaways.

Food scene

Great place for grabbing a full breakfast or lunch, enjoy the BEST coffee, meeting friends, or pausing during your visit to Christchurch
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Table at Monks – Coffee and Eatery
282 Madras St
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Great place for grabbing a full breakfast or lunch, enjoy the BEST coffee, meeting friends, or pausing during your visit to Christchurch
After fresh organic food through your stay? Be sure to visit Piko Wholefoods. Organic Shop in Christchurch Piko Wholefoods is a low profit organisation set up in 1979. We are a vegetarian wholefood store, specialising in certified organic and gluten free foods. Piko aims are to promote organics and to support a sustainable future for our communities. Many of our goods are sold in bulk, not only to reduce cost, but also to encourage recycling of containers. Their low profit policy ensures the mark-up on organic food is kept to a minimum.
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Piko Wholefoods
229 Kilmore St
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After fresh organic food through your stay? Be sure to visit Piko Wholefoods. Organic Shop in Christchurch Piko Wholefoods is a low profit organisation set up in 1979. We are a vegetarian wholefood store, specialising in certified organic and gluten free foods. Piko aims are to promote organics and to support a sustainable future for our communities. Many of our goods are sold in bulk, not only to reduce cost, but also to encourage recycling of containers. Their low profit policy ensures the mark-up on organic food is kept to a minimum.
Are you vegan, vegetarian or gluten free? Stop by here to top up on all your go-to favorite foods. Great place to top up on your lavender oil if you're looking for more or grab that warming cup of ginger tea. Shop or eat, you'll love the Herb Centre - and it's just around the corner from Piko Wholefoods. The herb centre serve nutritional, whole foods cuisine. All their food is made on the premises with a focus on fresh, local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. They specialise in offering gluten free, dairy free, and vegan options.
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The Herb Centre Clinic, Store & Cafe (Cafe hours differ)
223 Kilmore St
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Are you vegan, vegetarian or gluten free? Stop by here to top up on all your go-to favorite foods. Great place to top up on your lavender oil if you're looking for more or grab that warming cup of ginger tea. Shop or eat, you'll love the Herb Centre - and it's just around the corner from Piko Wholefoods. The herb centre serve nutritional, whole foods cuisine. All their food is made on the premises with a focus on fresh, local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. They specialise in offering gluten free, dairy free, and vegan options.
Definately pop in here if you're in need of a great caffeine fix, funky interiors, passionate coffee staff and great cafe food.
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Black & White Coffee Cartel
83 Victoria St
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Definately pop in here if you're in need of a great caffeine fix, funky interiors, passionate coffee staff and great cafe food.
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Inati restaurant
48 Hereford St
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Bringing together the reliability of an enclosed, 7-day-trading shopping environment with the fresh, local, vibrancy of a farmers' market in the heart of the Christchurch CBD. Supporting local growers and small businesses by purchasing fresh, organic produce, meat, seafood, freshly baked goods, coffee and more. A strong point of a farmers market is a reduced carbon footprint, minimising food packaging and waste and travel both for producers and purchasers of locally grown food. In the heart of the city, Riverside Lanes offers a truly fresh, wonderfully upmarket shopping experience outside of the traditional suburban mall. Connecting to Riverside Market (an indoor, 7-day trading market with fresh, organic locally grown produce and many different eateries) the Lanes will provide extended options for eating out as well as shopping opportunities with major fashion brands already confirmed. Riverside Lanes will add to the revitalisation of the Christchurch central city providing a destination spot for locals and tourists alike.
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Chợ Riverside
96 Oxford Terrace
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Bringing together the reliability of an enclosed, 7-day-trading shopping environment with the fresh, local, vibrancy of a farmers' market in the heart of the Christchurch CBD. Supporting local growers and small businesses by purchasing fresh, organic produce, meat, seafood, freshly baked goods, coffee and more. A strong point of a farmers market is a reduced carbon footprint, minimising food packaging and waste and travel both for producers and purchasers of locally grown food. In the heart of the city, Riverside Lanes offers a truly fresh, wonderfully upmarket shopping experience outside of the traditional suburban mall. Connecting to Riverside Market (an indoor, 7-day trading market with fresh, organic locally grown produce and many different eateries) the Lanes will provide extended options for eating out as well as shopping opportunities with major fashion brands already confirmed. Riverside Lanes will add to the revitalisation of the Christchurch central city providing a destination spot for locals and tourists alike.

Nature

Start: Junction of Rapaki Road and Centaurus Road, Hillsborough. Finish: Rapaki Track car park, Summit Road. Distance: 3.5km. Time: 45 minutes one way. Dogs: Must be kept on leads. Parking: Parking is available in the wider area. In busy times try parking at Hansen Park or Fifield Terrace and warm up with a stroll along the Heathcote River before tackling the Rapaki Track. Description: Start at the junction of Rapaki Road and Centaurus Road. Walk up Rapaki Road until you reach the signage for Rapaki Track. The track gradually climbs, offering pleasant views into the valley below. In the mid-section it flattens, then climbs again at a good gradient to the Rapaki Track car park on Summit Road. At this point the car park marks the end of vehicle access along the Summit Road and is a popular spot to rest and take in the views of Lyttelton Harbour and the volcanic peaks and ridges of Banks Peninsula. Alternatively, a 10 minute walk up to the summit of Mt Vernon is well worthwhile. From here you can return the same way or create a longer loop walk by returning via Huntsbury Track. You may also like to tackle a section of the Crater Rim Walkway in either direction from this point.
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Rapaki Track
66-26 Rapaki Rd
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Start: Junction of Rapaki Road and Centaurus Road, Hillsborough. Finish: Rapaki Track car park, Summit Road. Distance: 3.5km. Time: 45 minutes one way. Dogs: Must be kept on leads. Parking: Parking is available in the wider area. In busy times try parking at Hansen Park or Fifield Terrace and warm up with a stroll along the Heathcote River before tackling the Rapaki Track. Description: Start at the junction of Rapaki Road and Centaurus Road. Walk up Rapaki Road until you reach the signage for Rapaki Track. The track gradually climbs, offering pleasant views into the valley below. In the mid-section it flattens, then climbs again at a good gradient to the Rapaki Track car park on Summit Road. At this point the car park marks the end of vehicle access along the Summit Road and is a popular spot to rest and take in the views of Lyttelton Harbour and the volcanic peaks and ridges of Banks Peninsula. Alternatively, a 10 minute walk up to the summit of Mt Vernon is well worthwhile. From here you can return the same way or create a longer loop walk by returning via Huntsbury Track. You may also like to tackle a section of the Crater Rim Walkway in either direction from this point.
Your base for epic mountain bike, zipline & sightseeing adventures as well as chilled out down-time in Christchurch’s Port Hills. Race through the valley on the dual zipline tour. Take in the stunning views from the chairlift or walking track. Be totally stoked out by the stunning machine and hand-built mountain bike trails or just chill out on the large deck of the Café nestled in the Pine forest. The Adventure Park experience is yours for the making!
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Christchurch Adventure Park
225 Worsleys Road
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Your base for epic mountain bike, zipline & sightseeing adventures as well as chilled out down-time in Christchurch’s Port Hills. Race through the valley on the dual zipline tour. Take in the stunning views from the chairlift or walking track. Be totally stoked out by the stunning machine and hand-built mountain bike trails or just chill out on the large deck of the Café nestled in the Pine forest. The Adventure Park experience is yours for the making!

Events and Conferences

From a phenomenal location to world-class purpose-built facilities, Te Pae offers an experience like no other. Opened in 2020, centrally located within Christchurch, New Zealand’s most hospitable business events city, Te Pae is much more than a traditional convention centre. It is a gathering place for the 21st century, where the world comes together to share, learn, be hosted and entertained. One meaning of Te Pae is gathering place. With a striking design, the building itself is an iconic landmark in a flourishing cityscape. Influences of our majestic southern landscape are interwoven into the exterior, making it a physical representation of New Zealand, our culture and the stories of our people. Our central South Island location and proximity to the city’s airport offer ideal access to be able to enjoy the best of New Zealand’s legendary South Island pre or post-event. Adventure-ready year round, all four seasons have something unique and special to offer.
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Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
188 Oxford Terrace
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From a phenomenal location to world-class purpose-built facilities, Te Pae offers an experience like no other. Opened in 2020, centrally located within Christchurch, New Zealand’s most hospitable business events city, Te Pae is much more than a traditional convention centre. It is a gathering place for the 21st century, where the world comes together to share, learn, be hosted and entertained. One meaning of Te Pae is gathering place. With a striking design, the building itself is an iconic landmark in a flourishing cityscape. Influences of our majestic southern landscape are interwoven into the exterior, making it a physical representation of New Zealand, our culture and the stories of our people. Our central South Island location and proximity to the city’s airport offer ideal access to be able to enjoy the best of New Zealand’s legendary South Island pre or post-event. Adventure-ready year round, all four seasons have something unique and special to offer.
The Christchurch Town Hall is one of Christchurch's most recognisable pieces of architecture and one of New Zealand’s premier performance venues. With multi-purpose event spaces for meetings, conferences and exhibitions; and a beautiful riverside backdrop for dinners, cocktail functions and special occasions; it’s hard to find a more impressive location than Christchurch Town Hall. Accommodating from 20 to 2,250 guests, there are five key spaces to choose from, including the celebrated Douglas Lilburn Auditorium,the James Hay Theatre and three large event spaces, the Limes Room, the Avon Room and the Victoria room, that transform effortlessly to meet your event’s needs. After a comprehensive rebuild and restoration project, facilities throughout offer improved sound proofing, acoustics and overall ease of use. Fully integrated and modernised technology enhances each space further and includes projectors, screens, sound systems and automated blinds.
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Christchurch Town Hall
86 Kilmore St
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The Christchurch Town Hall is one of Christchurch's most recognisable pieces of architecture and one of New Zealand’s premier performance venues. With multi-purpose event spaces for meetings, conferences and exhibitions; and a beautiful riverside backdrop for dinners, cocktail functions and special occasions; it’s hard to find a more impressive location than Christchurch Town Hall. Accommodating from 20 to 2,250 guests, there are five key spaces to choose from, including the celebrated Douglas Lilburn Auditorium,the James Hay Theatre and three large event spaces, the Limes Room, the Avon Room and the Victoria room, that transform effortlessly to meet your event’s needs. After a comprehensive rebuild and restoration project, facilities throughout offer improved sound proofing, acoustics and overall ease of use. Fully integrated and modernised technology enhances each space further and includes projectors, screens, sound systems and automated blinds.

Health and Wellness

If you're in need of rest, recharging and relaxing, an hour in a flotation pod is a must! Especially after long haul flights. You'll feel fabulous and well rested.
Cloud 9 Float Club
65 Mandeville St
If you're in need of rest, recharging and relaxing, an hour in a flotation pod is a must! Especially after long haul flights. You'll feel fabulous and well rested.
If you're after a quality beauty or massage treatment surrounded in total peace and sanctuary - this is your spot! It's worth the trip and the price!
Lotus Day Spa
9 Ernlea Terrace
If you're after a quality beauty or massage treatment surrounded in total peace and sanctuary - this is your spot! It's worth the trip and the price!
A fantastic place to meet up with your fellow yogis or go and meet new people - be a local for a few hours, stretch, relax, get centered, unwind for the start or end of your travel plans.
Flow Hot Yoga
229 Fitzgerald Avenue
A fantastic place to meet up with your fellow yogis or go and meet new people - be a local for a few hours, stretch, relax, get centered, unwind for the start or end of your travel plans.
Do you love cats and coffee? You'll love this place. It's important that you BOOK though via the cafe website if you want to snuggle with your favorite feline. They have cat yoga too (again you must book). Such a neat cafe to visit!
Catnap Cafe
391 Colombo St
Do you love cats and coffee? You'll love this place. It's important that you BOOK though via the cafe website if you want to snuggle with your favorite feline. They have cat yoga too (again you must book). Such a neat cafe to visit!