Christchurch Travel Guide
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Surrounded by the Cashmere Hills, Christchurch is the South Island's largest city, and the gateway to the dynamic
Canterbury region. With its tree-lined Avon River, gracious parks and heritage buildings, Christchurch has a reputation as the most English of New Zealand's cities. Join the locals for a punt on the river, or enjoy the walks, gardens and cycle tracks in lovely Hagley Park. Cathedral Square is the heart of Christchurch and home to some of its key attractions, including the
Southern Encounter Aquarium and the Christ Church Cathedral. You can climb the cathedral's gothic spire for superb views over the city.
Sightseeing in Christchurch is made easy by the historic trams that make a circuit around city's best known sights. Be
sure to jump off and explore the Christchurch Arts Centre, with its art outlets and vibrant cafes. The bustling Saturday market is a great place to browse for locally made crafts. Christchurch's colourful festivals include the SummerTimes Festival, which incorporates the Festival of Romance and the International Buskers Festival, the Christchurch Winter Festival in August and Showtime Canterbury in November. Further afield, you can visit the port of
Lyttelton, and charming
Akaroa village on the tip of the
Banks Peninsula.
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Christchurch and Canterbury Visitor Centre
Geographic Location
Canterbury's major city, South Island
Population
348,400
Climate
Average Yearly Rainfall: 658mm
Average Summer Maximum temparature: 22°C
Average Winter Minimum temperature (July): 1°C