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City Historical Walk
Cathedral Square, Central City, Christchurch, 8001, New Zealand
+64 (0)3 379 9629 (Christchurch Information Centre)
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Christchurch prides itself on its preservation of historic buildings and structures. A short walk through the city will give you a taste of its heritage. Begin with the Square, taking in the Cathedral, Bailey's Building and the old Post Office, before moving on to Worcester Boulevard. As it crosses Oxford Terrace you will find the Visitor Centre (the Old Municipal Chambers). Turn south and follow the Avon to the Bridge of Remembrance and St Michael's Church and School, before continuing towards Montreal Street and the Arts Centre.

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