Christchurch Things to Do

If buried treasure, eye-patches, galleons, and sharks fire up the imagination of your children, thrill them with this pirate-themed minigolf course. Taking a little over half an hour to complete, children aged over five will ad... more

The Arthouse is a short distance from the busy Christchurch Arts Centre. It focuses on showcasing the work of respected local artist Colin Luxton, as well as a range of contemporary New Zealand art. While Luxton's modern and ab... more

Designed by B.W. Mountfort, the architect behind many of the city's ecclesiastical buildings, this magnificent Gothic Revival church was built in 1908 to replace the original wooden church. Although the outer walls are of black... more

On those hot summer days, Jellie Park Aqualand transforms into a suburban oasis, just a seven-minute drive from the central city. Outside, the complex is a large, children's pool, diving pool, and a host of water slides, includ... more

This large pub/restauran is well known in Christchurch for its large riverside terrace, and for watching the Punting on the Avon. The Avon Bar along with the Carvery Restaurant, the Riverview buffet upstairs and the Chloe's Bar... more

Here is a massive skating playground for the young at heart. Located next to Christchurch's Westpac Trust Centre, Skatezone includes two roller rinks where roller hockey and discos take place. Pull out your moves on the half pi... more

The School of Fine Arts at the University of Canterbury has a well-established reputation for producing some of New Zealand's finest artists. The School Gallery on campus offers a comprehensive program of exhibitions throughout... more

This cosy bar is a nice addition to Christchurch's pubs, with real character and a genuine Irish feel. A pool table, table football and live bands give the pub lots of atmosphere--great for the craic! Many Irish images adorn th... more

Styx Mill Conservation Reserve is a lovely area alongside the quiet Styx River, with an abundance of flax (harakeke), other native plants and willow trees, has several well-maintained walking tra... more

A quiet oasis amid the bustle of Riccarton Road, the Anglican church was begun in 1923 as a memorial to local men killed in the First World War. Constructed of brick, faced with Halswell stone, the exterior of the church has a... more