Top 20 Best Things to Do in Christchurch
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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Christchurch

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  • International Antarctic Centretop_1
    4.5/5
    󰺂7.9
    565761
    Christchurch8.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Christchurch
    Highlights:
    󱓊Five themed hotels for variety
    Experience Gan Nan workshops & folklore
    󱨠Saved by 168 users󱨠120 positive reviews
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardenstop_2
    4.6/5
    󰺂7.4
    Christchurch1.1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Tulips bloom & attract photographers
    󱓊10 unique gardens in 74 acres
    󱨠Saved by 123 users󱨠120 positive reviews
  • Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds)top_3
    4.7/5
    󰺂7.0
    344624
    Christchurch691m from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Christchurch
    Highlights:
    󰋄Cambridge punting & British romance
    󰀆Pole boating on traditional punts
  • Christchurch Tram
    4
    4.7/5
    󰺂6.9
    329421
    Christchurch275m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Vintage tram through 1.55 miles downtown
    󰋄Vintage tram: Gothic & modern blend
    󱨠Saved by 116 users󱨠92% positive reviews
  • Christchurch Gondola
    5
    4.6/5
    󰺂6.7
    345090
    Christchurch8.2 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Free tunnel & New Zealand history
    󱓊Observe ancient volcanic landscapes closely
    󱨠Saved by 105 users󱨠60% positive reviews
  • Hagley Park North
    6
    4.7/5
    󰺂6.7
    Christchurch1.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Beautiful & pleasant Avon River
    Lawn for relaxation & reading
    󱨠30% positive reviews
  • Cardboard Cathedral
    7
    4.2/5
    󰺂6.5
    Christchurch551m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Vibrant light through stained glass
    Charming light & color effects
    󱨠49% positive reviews
  • Mona Vale Garden Park
    8
    4.5/5
    󰺂5.8
    Christchurch2.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Spring Outings in Christchurch
    Highlights:
    Tulip sea blooms in spring
    󱓊Victorian architecture & Christchurch history
    󱨠35% positive reviews
  • Avon River / Ōtākaro
    9
    4.4/5
    󰺂5.8
    Christchurch3.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Spring Outings in Christchurch
    Highlights:
    󰋄Historic charm & century-old bridge
    󰀆Clear river winding through Christchurch
    󱨠36% positive reviews
  • Cathedral Square
    10
    4.0/5
    󰺂5.8
    Christchurch86m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Unique wooden clock & church
    󱨜63-foot iconic Christchurch spire

What Best Things to Do are there in Christchurch?
These are all Best Things to Do in Christchurch:International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds), Christchurch Tram, Christchurch Gondola
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Christchurch?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Christchurch include:International Antarctic Centre:4.5, Christchurch Botanic Gardens:4.6, Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds):4.7, Christchurch Tram:4.7, Christchurch Gondola:4.6
At what locations in Christchurch can Best Things to Do in Christchurch be found?
The Best Things to Do in Christchurch are mainly located in:International Antarctic Centre:Christchurch, Christchurch Botanic Gardens:Christchurch, Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds):Christchurch, Christchurch Tram:Christchurch, Christchurch Gondola:Christchurch
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