Most booked tours and tickets in Christchurch
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
4.5515 reviews5h 30m
from €103
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TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
4.9501 reviews10h
from €197
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Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
4.8389 reviews13h
from €139
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Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
4.8381 reviews9h
from €173
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Top sights in Christchurch
- 1Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- 2Canterbury Museum
- 3Riverside Market
- 4Quake City Exhibition
- 5New Regent Street
- 6International Antarctic Centre
- Witness an Urban Phoenix: Experience a city reborn from disaster, where innovation thrives. See the transitional architecture of the Cardboard Cathedral, explore the creative pop-ups and street art in the East Frame, and feel the energy of a community that rebuilt itself with determination.
- A Gateway to Epic Adventures: Use Christchurch as your basecamp for the South Island. It's the starting point for the TranzAlpine train journey, a short drive to the ski fields of Mt. Hutt, and the closest major city to the stunning dark sky reserve at Lake Tekapo.
- Immerse in Green Spaces & Heritage: Find tranquility in the sprawling 21-hectare Christchurch Botanic Gardens, punt down the willow-lined Avon River, and explore the neo-gothic Canterbury Museum, which tells the story of the region from Māori settlement to Antarctic exploration.
Tickets and passes in Christchurch
Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour
4.8311 reviews9h
from €463
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Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour
5.016 reviews5h
from €323
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Food and drink experiences in Christchurch
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
4.9164 reviews5h 30m
from €129
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Christchurch Inner City Lunchtime Food and Culture Walking Tour
4.9107 reviews2h 30m
from €111
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Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour
4.422 reviews7h 30m
from €122
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Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch
4.8244 reviews13h
from €139
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Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
4.6234 reviews9h 30m
from €256
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Hidden gems in Christchurch
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
The Tannery
A beautifully restored 19th-century leather tannery in the suburb of Woolston, now housing boutique shops, a microbrewery, and cafes in its historic brick buildings.
Sign of the Takahe
A grand, Gothic-style stone function venue and cafe perched high on the Port Hills, offering panoramic views over the city, estuary, and plains to the Alps.
Riccarton Bush (Putaringamotu)
A 12-hectare remnant of the ancient kahikatea floodplain forest that once covered the Canterbury Plains, with a boardwalk loop walk.
The Tunnels Walk (Victoria Park)
A short, historic walk in the Port Hills that goes through two long, hand-excavated tunnels built for a now-defunct water race.
New Brighton Pier Library
A stunning modern library at the end of the iconic New Brighton Pier, surrounded by ocean on three sides.
Day trips from Christchurch
Akaroa
1 hour 30 mins by car
A charming French-inspired village nestled in the crater of an ancient volcano on Banks Peninsula. Its harbor is home to the world's smallest and rarest dolphins, the Hector's dolphin.
Arthur's Pass National Park
2 hours by car or the TranzAlpine train
Journey through the heart of the Southern Alps on one of the world's great train rides or drives. The park offers dramatic alpine scenery, short walks to waterfalls, and kea (alpine parrot) sightings.
Waipara Valley
45 mins by car north
New Zealand's fastest-growing wine region, known for its exceptional Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay. The valley offers a relaxed, rural wine-tasting experience close to the city.
Plan your Christchurch trip
Things to do in Christchurch: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Christchurch?+
Top sights include Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Canterbury Museum, Riverside Market and Quake City Exhibition. Away from the crowds, try The Tannery and Sign of the Takahe.
What are the most popular tours in Christchurch?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram (4.5 stars, 978 reviews); International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket (4.5 stars, 558 reviews); Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings (4.5 stars, 515 reviews).
How much do tours in Christchurch cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €19 and €463 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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