Mairehau Things to Do

The quintessential cultural venue of the city is housed within grand Gothic revival buildings, and linked by a maze of courtyards. The buildings were gifted to the people of Christchurch in 1974 to use as a community arts centr... more

The main draw-card of this large centrally-located bar is its array of pool tables, available for hire by the hour. It gives the impression it never sleeps due to the early opening and late closing hours—but no matter what time... more

This full-day tour includes lunch and afternoon tea, a farm visit and a jet-boat ride. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of snow-capped mountains, deep river gorges and a native rain forest on this combination coach and rail tour.... more

This is a stylish Merivale bar situated just behind the mall. Atmospheric lighting within the large windows is a welcoming sign of good times inside. Dark leather booths, funky chrome stools and a back-lit bar give Zanzibar an... more

The Coyotes Street Bar & Restaurant is one of the most popular nightspots in the city, and claims to 'howl to the break of dawn'. Dine outdoors or indoors overlooking the beautiful Avon River in an award-winning, adobe-style en... more

Taking advantage of the micro-climate of the spectacular Banks Peninsula, French Farm recreates a corner of France above the harbour. Established in 1989, the northward facing vineyards are ideal for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir v... more

High on the Port Hills, at the junction of the Christchurch-Lyttelton Harbour road and the scenic Summit Road, near Victoria Park, sits the curiously-named, quaint, stone building, Sign of the Kiwi. Opened in 1917 as a tearoom... more

The quaint, English-style, wooden boat sheds on the banks of the Avon River (Otakaro) are a reminder of yesteryear. Built in 1882 by two boat builders, the distinctive green-and-white striped, rustic boat sheds continue to laun... more

Although this old stone building now lies in ruins, it was once a caretaker's cottage, a guest house, and from 1918-1921 a post office. Built in 1913, it is historically significant as one of a group of interesting buildings, w... more

A rich source of inspiration for Maori myth and legend, the Port Hills, with its volcanic rocky outcrops and numerous walkways, marks the southeast divide between Christchurch and the Banks Peninsula. From the Summit Road, ther... more