Motorhome Hire at Christchurch, New Zealand
Christchurch is a city in New Zealand and is found on the east coast of the South Island. Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand with a population of over 350,000. Christchurch is in the region of Canterbury.
Christchurch is sometimes called the "Garden City". This is due to the fact that the city has many excellent public parks and gardens including the Botanic gardens and Hagley Park.
Europeans first arrived in Canterbury in the 1830's and Christchurch became a city in late July 1856. It is therefore the oldest city in New Zealand !!
Both English and Maori are spoken in New Zealand and this is true also for Christchurch.
Well known attractions and tourist sites in Christchurch and Canterbury include:
- Christchurch Casino - Open 24 hours a day for dinging, gaming, functions and events : http://www.chchcasino.co.nz
- Punting - Christchurch punting attraction - a romantic scenic city river ride : http://www.punting.co.nz/
- International Antarctic Centre - One of New Zealand's best tourist attractions, the International Antarctic Centre near Christchurch airport provides visitors of all ages with an unforgettable experience : http://www.iceberg.co.nz/
- Mona Vale Gardens - Mona Vale is a suburban Christchurch public garden which surrounds an old colonial homestead : http://www.monavale.co.nz/
- Orana Wildlife Park - Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand's only open-range zoo, located on the outskirts of Christchurch : http://www.oranawildlifepark.co.nz/
- Our City O-Tautahi - Our City O-Tautahi is housed in a beautiful and historic Queen Anne building on the corner of Worcester Boulevard and Oxford Terrace : http://www.ccc.govt.nz/OurCity/
- Science Alive - Promoting the value of science and technology through interactive experiences : http://www.sciencealive.co.nz/
- Southern Encounter Aquarium and Kiwi House - Showcases New Zealand''s aquatic life with touch tanks, giant eels, carpet sharks, divers feeding fish daily and waterfalls : http://www.southernencounter.co.nz/
- Christchurch Gondola - Riding the Christchurch Gondola is a spectacular experience : http://www.gondola.co.nz/
- Tranz Scenic Unique Train Journeys - Discover New Zealand and the true beauty of rail with Tranz Scenic's unique train journeys : http://www.tranzscenic.co.nz/
- Willowbank Wildlife Reserve - Experience New Zealand wildlife, Kiwi & other native birds & animals up close at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve near Christchurch Airport : http://www.willowbank.co.nz/
- Riccarton House - Riccarton House & Bush is a heritage site located in the Christchurch suburb of Riccarton just 3.5 km from the city centre : http://www.riccartonhouse.co.nz/
- Nga Hau E Wha Marae - Get a true Aoteroa experience with a visit to the largest urban Marae in New Zealand, the Nga Hau E Wha Marae : Link
- Riccarton Market - The Riccarton Rotary Sunday Market is the biggest market of its kind in New Zealand : http://www.riccartonmarket.co.nz/
- Canterbury Museum - Innovative exhibitions and events attract diverse audiences : http://www.canterburymuseum.com/
- Centre of Contemporary Art - Art exhibition centre in Christchurch : http://www.coca.org.nz/
- Christchurch Tramway - beautifully restored heritage trams in inner-city Christchurch, New Zealand : http://www.tram.co.nz/
- Air Force Museum - One of New Zealand's top visitor attractions, the Air Force Museum has 28 fully restored aircraft : http://www.airforcemuseum.co.nz/
- Arts Centre - The Arts Centre is a unique complex which promotes the growth of Arts and Crafts in Christchurch, New Zealand : http://www.artscentre.org.nz/
- Clearwater Resort - Home of the NZ PGA golf course : http://www.clearwaternz.com/
- Cultural Precinct - Set in the heart of Christchrch City the Cultural Precinct offers a huge range of attractions and experiences in a small, beautifully arranged package : http://www.culturalprecinct.co.nz/
- Ferrymead Heritage Park - Ferrymead Heritage Park features an early 1900s Edwardian township complete with homes, picture theatre, school house, church, jail and railway station, as well as a fascinating array of museum and heritage collections : http://www.ferrymead.org.nz/
- Black Cat Cruises - Black Cat cruise daily on Akaroa and Lyttelton harbours near Christchurch New Zealand, offering swimming with dolphins & unforgettable views of wildlife : http://www.blackcat.co.nz/
- Canterbury Provincial Council Buildings - The only purpose-built provincial government buildings still in existence in New Zealand : http://www.ccc.govt.nz/cityleisure/artsculture/canterburyprovincialcouncilbuildings/index.aspx
- Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu) - Christchurch Art Gallery is home to one of New Zealand’s most important public art collections. Open 10am-5pm daily. Late night Wednesday until 9pm : http://christchurchartgallery.org.nz/
