Family trip to Christchurch with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

Christchurch is a relatively small city. But there are some pretty interesting family entertainments here. You and your family can visit Tamaki Heritage Village, for example. This is not exactly an amusement park in the usual sense of the word. This is more of an interactive view. It is ideal for introducing a child to the history of New Zealand. However, it will be interesting for both children and adults to plunge into the life and complex relationships of the first colonists and local Maori. You will feel at Tamaki Heritage Village as in the center of an action-packed action movie, which ends with peace and a wonderful dinner.

Be sure to visit Orana Wildlife Park. This is a modern zoo with numerous animals. It will appeal to adults and children. The territory of the park is very impressive. Animals do not live in small cages but in spacious enclosures here. At the same time, dangerous predators like tigers and lions are separated from visitors by a strong grid. Even a small child will not get tired in Orana Wildlife Park. A special bus runs throughout the zoo. It is ready to give a ride to the visitors in the right direction.

There is a small "attraction" for fans of extreme entertainment in the park. A dozen people are securely locked in a special bus-cage. They are sent to the pen to the unfed lionesses. They are generally tame. They are beautiful, graceful, and predatory animals. Of course, a small child is not allowed to enter here. But this kind of entertainment will appeal to teenagers. They will go to the animal pen under the control of their parents, of course. However, kids will also have something to do in Orana Wildlife Park. There are also several playgrounds and special trampolines here. There is also quiet entertainment for the whole family. For example, it may be feeding giraffes with special food under the control of zoo staff. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve will appeal to animal fans. There are few dangerous predators here. But there are many more animals to pet and feed. Llamas, horses, kangaroos, swans, ducks, and even small boars are available for communication under the control of the center's staff. The child will also be able to see the symbol of New Zealand. This is a kiwi bird. The bird is active only at night under normal conditions. It sleeps during the day. Darkness reigns in its enclosure so that visitors can admire the kiwi.

There are also quest-rooms in the city. You can visit them with a family. For example, this is Escape Artists or Locked in Christchurch. The theme and complexity of the adventure vary widely. Therefore, this entertainment will appeal to both younger students and teenagers. There is an interesting Margaret Mahy Family Playground for small and not only children. The name reflects the essence of this place. There are various entertainments here. These are ropes for climbing, slides of different sizes, swings, fountains, and even a pond with ducks for nature fans.

Imagination Station will appeal to children of all ages. The child will be able to play in a huge mountain of LEGO here. He can not only build a castle or a car but also create a real robot using local software or shoot a small LEGO cartoon. Drawing enthusiasts can attend painting classes at Paint 'n' Sip Studio. If your child is interested in rock climbing, you should visit at least the Roxx Climbing Centre in Christchurch. There are routes for experienced climbers of any age, as well as for beginners here. Therefore, parents can have fun with their children. You can also go rock climbing at Clip’ N Climb and Uprising Boulder Gym.

There are also trampoline parks in the city. You can go as a family for a couple of hours there. There is no special weight limit here. Therefore, both children and adults can jump here. A child can take a break from visiting museums or going shopping and just have fun at Flip Out Trampoline Arena Christchurch or Mega Air Trampoline Park. Many children might like the idea of trying out archery or even a shotgun at Clay Shooting & Archery Services. The child will be able to participate in a small "war" with paintballs in Delta Force Paintball Christchurch. The child will have the opportunity to shoot an airsoft gun in Zone 67.

If you want quiet time, you can play bowling in AMF Bowling Garden City, for example. If a child wants to try golf, you should go to Riccarton Park Golf Complex, City Putt and Cruise, Caddyshack City, or X-Golf Avonhead. The child does not even need to run for the ball because the field is virtual. The computer calculates the flight of the projectile. Children over the age of eight can try karting at Supa Karts Indoor Raceway. Washington Way Skate Park will appeal to young skaters. Fans of domestic animals should visit Catnap Cafe. The child will be able to pet tame well-groomed cats there.