Visit Christchurch
- Museums
- Nature, Adventure & Sport
- Art & Culture
Christchurch: How to get there?
A 1 hour, 45 minute drive from Kaikoura
Christchurch: When to go?
Year round
Christchurch: For how long?
1 to 2 days
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Christchurch Vacations
3 reviews
Having survived two earthquakes in 2010 and 2011, Christchurch is a charming town that is slowly undergoing a renaissance.
Christchurch: What to see in the surroundings?
What our travelers think about their stay
The South Island's main city has lost some of its luster since the terrible earthquake of 2011, but it has been rebuilt well since then. The locals have shown a lot of energy to erase the scars and offer a modern city to visit.
My suggestion
Even if you only stay for one day, don't overlook this city. It's sort of a civic duty to help the local economy, but above all because the city has some beautiful sites.
A very British town, undergoing a complete reconstruction after the devastating earthquake that hit in February, 2011.
My suggestion
Christchurch is the starting point for the TranzAlpine, a magnificent train trip that crosses the New Zealand Alps as far as the city of Greymouth.
Having survived two earthquakes in 2010 and 2011, Christchurch is a charming town that is slowly undergoing a renaissance.
My suggestion
Don't take your first impressions of Christchurch at face value, and take the time to explore the city.
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