Flanked by jagged peaks of the Southern Alps
and silver sandy beaches, Canterbury is striking
at the very first glimpse. Is it surprising
then that Canterbury was the first choice to
recreate the romance of the Middle-Age in the
Lord of the Rings trilogy? In addition to the
haunting landscapes, views of flowering fields
and the ocean and the Southern Alps beyond,
Canterbury Christchurch is a thriving urban
centre which is the largest city in the South
Island.
Tourist attractions in Christchurch
Christchurch is a complex urban centre because
it is the house of culture and art movement
spanning the entire country of New Zealand.
Walk along the banks of the Avon River which
criss-cross the city to visit the many tourist
attractions. Linger in the famous gardens and
parks, and many sightseeing colonial heritage
buildings, museums, art galleries, cafes and
trendy restaurants. You can also tour the city
on heritage transports like trams or Christchurch
gondola.
Christchurch Tramway
This heritage renovated city landmarks are Cathedral
Square, the Aquarium of the discovery, Arts
Centre, botanical gardens, Canterbury Museum,
the River Avon, Victoria Square and New Regent
Street in the old style of rhythm.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Spread over 30 hectares of exotic land species
along the river Avon, Christchurch Botanic Garden
is a must visit tourist destination in Christchurch.
The rose garden, herb garden, Heather Garden,
Rock Garden, Rhododendron Collection and the
Garden Cockayne are the main attractions of
Christchurch Botanic Gardens that you should
visit on your visit to Christchurch, with tours
of New Zealand packages.
Activities in Attractions in Christchurch
Christchurch is a magnet for amateur sports
adventure skiing and surfing scene a few minutes
of each other. The popular activities that you
can indulge in, on your visit to Tours with
Christchurch in New Zealand packages, are less
demanding activities such as guided tours of
galleries, museums, heritage sites, wineries,
gardens, farms and casinos.
The adventure sports opportunities offered by
Christchurch 's natural resources include surfing,
fishing, boating, bunging jumping rafting, ballooning,
skiing, snowboarding, paragliding, walking,
hiking, horseback, boat rides jet , Sailing,
hunting and sky diving.
HOW TO REACH
Christchurch International Airport connects
with the main cities of New Zealand and the
world.
In addition to tours, you can also tour Christchurch
by road on motorways.
