Sightseeing in Christchurch, New Zealand. Christchurch attractions are simply breathtaking and offer some of the best sightseeing trips in the world. Take a sightseeing tour of Christchurch and marvel at historic attractions, take photos of famous tourist attractions, be amazed by stunning scenery and appreciate beautiful eco and cultural locations.
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Christchurch Sightseeing

Christchurch City is alive with colour, atmosphere and world-class attractions. Christchurch is known internationally as the "Garden City" because of its spectacular gardens. more

New Zealand offers some of the best sightseeing attractions in the world. Take a sightseeing tour of Christchurch and see famous attractions, historic locations, stunning scenery and beautiful eco-tourism attractions.

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  • AIR FORCE MUSEUM - Christchurch

    Discover one of the world's premier military aviation collections at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand; from aircraft, engines and assorted parts to medals, pin-ups and parachute-silk wedding dresses. Come marvel at our collection, fly a simulator, take a guided tour and step back in time in a replica 1940's home. FREE ADMISSION, open daily 10:00am to 5:00pm..(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 343 9532 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Address
    45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram Park, Christchurch City, New Zealand
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  • AIR FORCE MUSEUM - Christchurch

    Discover one of the world's premier military aviation collections at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand; from aircraft, engines and assorted parts to medals, pin-ups and parachute-silk wedding dresses. Come marvel at our collection, fly a simulator, take a guided tour and step back in time in a replica 1940's home. FREE ADMISSION, open daily 10:00am to 5:00pm..(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 343 9532 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Address
    45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram Park, Christchurch City, New Zealand
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  • AKAROA FOX II SAILING AND WILDLIFE TOURS - Akaroa

    Sail with dolphins on New Zealand's oldest ketch—Fox II. See penguins, seals, albatross, and other sea birds. A real sailing experience; as crew, or just relax. Quiet, eco-friendly green boat, two masts, six red sails. Food, refreshments, complimentary coffee/tea. Three hours, departing 10:30 am and 1:30 pm from Daly's Wharf, Akaroa late Dec-May. Satisfaction guaranteed! Private charters. Company functions. Weddings...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 304 7024 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Toll Free
    0800 FOXSAIL (3697245) (only within NZ)
    Address
    Akaroa Harbour, Canterbury, New Zealand
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  • CANTERBURY AVIATION - Christchurch

    Fly from Christchurch airport to Mt Cook and the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers for helihiking, Milford Sound for cruises, Kaikoura for whale watching or Abel Tasman National Park. Our aircraft can take you on a scenic flight or charter throughout the beautiful South Island of New Zealand in comfort and safety...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 359 8006 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Address
    Harewood Aviation Park, 800 Pound Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • CHRISTCHURCH BIKE TOURS - Christchurch

    Explore Christchurch city's historic sights, gardens, markets and culinary delights by bicycle or on foot. Guided experiences include: the Farmers' Market Tour, the Gourmet Bike Tour and the Gourmet Walking Tour. Sample some of Canterbury's finest produce including freshly roasted coffee, delightful cupcakes, speciality cheeses and boutique beer. The perfect activity for people who love good food...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 355 2228 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Mobile
    +64 21 280 8022
    Toll Free
    0800 PEDALS (0800 733 257) (only within NZ)
    Address
    Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND - Auckland

    Our goal is to provide you with a 'one stop shop' for all of your New Zealand travel needs, offering extensive quality travel and tourism information. We are truly the New Zealand travel specialists! From the most exciting and unique activities in New Zealand, DiscoverNewZealand.com makes visiting New Zealand easy...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 9 356 2190 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Toll Free
    0800 330 188 (only within NZ)
    Address
    120 Albert Street, PO Box 949, Auckland 1010, New Zeland
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  • GOLD BAND TAXIS - Christchurch & Canterbury

    Christchurch offers the visitor a wide range of things to do and see. Whether you only have an hour or two, or you have a few days to spend sightseeing, Gold Band Taxis can provide you with a knowledgeable personal tour driver...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 3795 795 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Toll Free
    0800 379 5795 (only within NZ)
    Address
    193 Montreal Street, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
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  • HANMER SPRINGS HELICOPTERS - Canterbury

    We are specialist helicopter and charter operators based from Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. Destinations include Marlborough, Tasman Bay, Kaikoura, Akaroa, Mt Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Joseph Glacier, Queenstown and Milford Sound. We provide personalised charter and scenic flights in modern aircraft. Your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our highest priority...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 315 7758 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Mobile
    +64 27 432 5085
    Toll Free
    0800 888 308 (only within NZ)
    Address
    PO Box 49, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
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  • HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch

    This exciting day-tour includes jet boating on the mighty Waimakariri river, a 4WD adventure across Mt Torlesse High Country Station, and a scenic tour through the breathtaking Canterbury high country to Arthurs Pass National Park located in the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealand. The return journey to Christchurch is on the world-famous TranzAlpine Train. This tour has it all...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 385 5775 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Toll Free
    0800 HASSLE FREE (427 753) (only within NZ)
    Address
    805/296 Prestons Rd, Marshland, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
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  • HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch

    Join us on a journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country Station in the breathtaking Southern Alps of New Zealand. This exciting day visits the most stunning and recognisable LOTR locations—Edoras! Tour includes a champagne picnic lunch and entertaining commentary from local kiwi guides. You don't have to be LOTR fan to enjoy this amazing day...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 385 5775 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Toll Free
    0800 HASSLE FREE (427 753) (only within NZ)
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    Quality Rating   Endorsed
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  • KO TANE - Maori Cultural Experience - Christchurch

    Come and discover Tane Mahuta the Maori god of the forest. Discover a people and culture who live in harmony with nature. Ko Tane is a Maori cultural experience located at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Tours include a Powhiri (traditional Maori welcome), cultural performance and entertainment, Maori village and nature tour, Taste New Zealand dinner and a wildlife night tour...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 359 6226 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Address
    Willowbank Wildlife Reserve and Restaurant, 60 Hussey Road, Northwood 8051, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • ORANA WILDLIFE PARK - Christchurch

    New Zealand's only open-range zoo. Experience unique encounters: hand-feed giraffe, meet rhino up close, watch tigers search for their food, stroll through native bird aviaries and travel into the lion reserve on-board the feeding wagon (conditions apply). Our extensive native collection features kiwi, tuatara and range of endangered birds and reptiles. 15 animal feeds daily...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 359 7109 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Address
    PO Box 5130, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • SCENIC PACIFIC - Christchurch, Queenstown, Nationwide

    60 deluxe coach tours from two of New Zealand's top coach tour companies. Spectacular tours of Christchurch, Queenstown, Mt Cook, Milford Sound, West Coast Glaciers, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Waitomo Caves and the Bay of Islands. A New Zealand coach tour is a truly exciting, refreshing and memorable trip of a lifetime. Over 70 years service to New Zealand Tourism...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 359 3999 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Toll Free
    0800 500 388 (only within NZ)
    Address
    PO Box 14037, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch

    Just 15 minutes from Christchurch 'close encounters of the wildlife kind'. Embark on a journey through the history of New Zealand. See the impact of introduced species in 'Wild NZ' – meet old livestock breeds in 'Heritage NZ'. Open daily 9:30am – 10:00pm (Guided Tours only after dusk). Experience native wildlife in 'Natural NZ' Kiwis can be viewed up...(more)

    Phone | Address | Map
    Phone
    +64 3 359 6226 NZ local time 01:59 AM, Wed 15 Feb
    Address
    60 Hussey Road, Northwood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
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  • Riccarton Bush - Christchurch

    Stroll through a rare and ancient native forest in the heart of Christchurch city—Canterbury's sole remnant of kahikatea floodplain forest. Visit Deans pioneering cottage...(more)

Other Listings

  • GOLD BAND TAXIS - Christchurch & Canterbury

    Christchurch offers the visitor a wide range of things to do and see. Whether you only have an hour or two, or you have a few days to spend sightseeing, Gold Band Taxis can provide you with a knowledgeable personal tour driver...(more)

  • AIR FORCE MUSEUM - Christchurch

    Discover one of the world's premier military aviation collections at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand; from aircraft, engines and assorted parts to medals, pin-ups and parachute-silk wedding dresses. Come marvel at our collection, fly a simulator, take a guided tour and step back in time in a replica 1940's home. FREE ADMISSION, open daily 10:00am to 5:00pm..(more)

  • HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch

    Join us on a journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country Station in the breathtaking Southern Alps of New Zealand. This exciting day visits the most stunning and recognisable LOTR locations—Edoras! Tour includes a champagne picnic lunch and entertaining commentary from local kiwi guides. You don't have to be LOTR fan to enjoy this amazing day...(more)

  • HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch

    This exciting day-tour includes jet boating on the mighty Waimakariri river, a 4WD adventure across Mt Torlesse High Country Station, and a scenic tour through the breathtaking Canterbury high country to Arthurs Pass National Park located in the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealand. The return journey to Christchurch is on the world-famous TranzAlpine Train. This tour has it all...(more)

  • HANMER SPRINGS HELICOPTERS - Canterbury

    We are specialist helicopter and charter operators based from Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. Destinations include Marlborough, Tasman Bay, Kaikoura, Akaroa, Mt Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Joseph Glacier, Queenstown and Milford Sound. We provide personalised charter and scenic flights in modern aircraft. Your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our highest priority...(more)

  • CANTERBURY AVIATION - Christchurch

    Fly from Christchurch airport to Mt Cook and the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers for helihiking, Milford Sound for cruises, Kaikoura for whale watching or Abel Tasman National Park. Our aircraft can take you on a scenic flight or charter throughout the beautiful South Island of New Zealand in comfort and safety...(more)

  • CHRISTCHURCH BIKE TOURS - Christchurch

    Explore Christchurch city's historic sights, gardens, markets and culinary delights by bicycle or on foot. Guided experiences include: the Farmers' Market Tour, the Gourmet Bike Tour and the Gourmet Walking Tour. Sample some of Canterbury's finest produce including freshly roasted coffee, delightful cupcakes, speciality cheeses and boutique beer. The perfect activity for people who love good food...(more)

  • KO TANE - Maori Cultural Experience - Christchurch

    Come and discover Tane Mahuta the Maori god of the forest. Discover a people and culture who live in harmony with nature. Ko Tane is a Maori cultural experience located at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Tours include a Powhiri (traditional Maori welcome), cultural performance and entertainment, Maori village and nature tour, Taste New Zealand dinner and a wildlife night tour...(more)

  • WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch

    Just 15 minutes from Christchurch 'close encounters of the wildlife kind'. Embark on a journey through the history of New Zealand. See the impact of introduced species in 'Wild NZ' – meet old livestock breeds in 'Heritage NZ'. Open daily 9:30am – 10:00pm (Guided Tours only after dusk). Experience native wildlife in 'Natural NZ' Kiwis can be viewed up...(more)

  • AKAROA FOX II SAILING AND WILDLIFE TOURS - Akaroa

    Sail with dolphins on New Zealand's oldest ketch—Fox II. See penguins, seals, albatross, and other sea birds. A real sailing experience; as crew, or just relax. Quiet, eco-friendly green boat, two masts, six red sails. Food, refreshments, complimentary coffee/tea. Three hours, departing 10:30 am and 1:30 pm from Daly's Wharf, Akaroa late Dec-May. Satisfaction guaranteed! Private charters. Company functions. Weddings...(more)

  • DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND - Auckland

    Our goal is to provide you with a 'one stop shop' for all of your New Zealand travel needs, offering extensive quality travel and tourism information. We are truly the New Zealand travel specialists! From the most exciting and unique activities in New Zealand, DiscoverNewZealand.com makes visiting New Zealand easy...(more)

  • ORANA WILDLIFE PARK - Christchurch

    New Zealand's only open-range zoo. Experience unique encounters: hand-feed giraffe, meet rhino up close, watch tigers search for their food, stroll through native bird aviaries and travel into the lion reserve on-board the feeding wagon (conditions apply). Our extensive native collection features kiwi, tuatara and range of endangered birds and reptiles. 15 animal feeds daily...(more)

  • SCENIC PACIFIC - Christchurch, Queenstown, Nationwide

    60 deluxe coach tours from two of New Zealand's top coach tour companies. Spectacular tours of Christchurch, Queenstown, Mt Cook, Milford Sound, West Coast Glaciers, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Waitomo Caves and the Bay of Islands. A New Zealand coach tour is a truly exciting, refreshing and memorable trip of a lifetime. Over 70 years service to New Zealand Tourism...(more)

  • Riccarton Bush - Christchurch

    Stroll through a rare and ancient native forest in the heart of Christchurch city—Canterbury's sole remnant of kahikatea floodplain forest. Visit Deans pioneering cottage...(more)

Other Listings

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