Printable maps of Christchurch
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Christchurch
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Christchurch with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Christchurch area
This Christchurch map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Christchurch and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in New Zealand
Among popular holidays, it is also important to mention the tradition of celebrating Catholic Christmas – December 25. The next day after Christmas is also a holiday one and is called the day of gifts. New Zealanders celebrate The Labor Day on the third Monday of October. Waitangi Day is an important celebration for every modern New Zealander. The country widely celebrates this holiday every year on February 6. On this day, European settlers and indigenous Maori tribes signed a peace treaty. This event happened in 1840 and became the starting point of peaceful coexistence of aboriginal people and colonizers. … Open
Photogallery of Christchurch sights
Our guide to Christchurch
Shopping, streets and outlets
You can also buy simple jewelry like earrings or rings with mother-of-pearl shells. You can also find beautiful figurines from the paua shell. Paua shells are not just a souvenir for residents but also part of national traditions and beliefs. The interesting thing is that you can find a mother-of-pearl clam on the beach. But you can't take an untreated sink out of the country. A product with Maori carvings will … Open 
Best beaches
Christchurch is a wonderful green city that traditionally attracts not only fans of walking in picturesque places but also tourists who love beach rest. There are three comfortable beaches in the city, and even more suitable places for swimming and sunbathing in the suburbs. Sumner Beach is the most crowded and prestigious, so there’s no wonder why there are many popular hotels, restaurants, and bars nearby. … Open
Christchurch for children - what to visit
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 … Open
Travel guide to Christchurch
Numerous tourists with children in Christchurch head to Beach Road to see an amazing aquarium. Its inhabitants include dozens of types of exotic fish, dangerous and rare species of jellyfish, sea stars and stingrays, and many other creatures that live in the depths of water. Children of any age can participate in interesting excursions, during which they will learn many new interesting facts. Adults will also find … Open
Traditions and mentality of Christchurch
Lyttelton Harbour Festival of Lights is also interesting. You can watch the art throughout the festival. You can also create a variety of pictures and stories using lighting. Of course, most of the most beautiful shows take place after sunset during the Lyttelton Harbour Festival of Lights. But you can also attend masterclasses and exhibitions throughout the day. They are dedicated to the difficult art of … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
It won't be difficult to find a restaurant in neo-Gothic Christchurch today. There are many establishments here due to the popularity of the city among tourists. They match any budget and preferences. You should not expect big revelations from the local cuisine. Unfortunately, almost all Maori recipes are lost. Therefore, the vast majority of dishes on the menu of city restaurants are prepared according to recipes … Open
