Fun family activities and family entertainment in Christchurch, New Zealand. New Zealand is the perfect holiday destination for the entire family with many great outdoors and indoors activities to be enjoyed by the whole family. Bring the kids and together enjoy some fun family activities or entertainment in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand.

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Christchurch Family Fun and Activities

Christchurch City is alive with colour, atmosphere and world-class attractions. It's a place known internationally for its spectacular gardens, such as the Botanical Gardens. more

With a wide range of family fun activities, New Zealand is the perfect holiday destination for the entire family. Bring the kids and grandparents and enjoy some fun family activities or entertainment in Christchurch.

Select Fun Family Activities in Christchurch, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different Christchurch area.

  • CHIPMUNKS PLAYLAND AND CAFE - Papanui, Christchurch

    Chipmunks' Playland and cafe's aim is to make sure the kids have fun in our superior playlands and playgrounds, which offer the latest, safest and best play equipment available . For all the parents out there - relax over a coffee in Charlie's Cafe while the kids have fun at our Cranford St venue...(more)

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  • ADRENALIN FOREST - Christchurch

    An adventure and playing field in the heart of the forest. A test against gravity, balance and agility. A fun and exciting entertainment option for the whole family or as part of a group. Each park has several levels of difficulty allowing for a different experience of pleasures, emotions and challenges...(more)

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    +64 3 329 8717 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    0800 TO GO APE (only within NZ)
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    105 Heyders Road, Spencerville, Christchurch 8083, 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)

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    +64 3 343 9532 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    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)

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    +64 3 304 7024 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    0800 FOXSAIL (3697245) (only within NZ)
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    Akaroa Harbour, Canterbury, New Zealand
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  • AKAROA JET ADVENTURES - Akaroa, Canterbury

    See wonderful Akaroa Harbour from a new perspective—feel the wind in your hair and the buzz as you power through this delightful area. We specialize in giving the adventurous an unforgettable jet boating experience, a must for those seeking that something extra! Built in comfort and exceptional safety features...(more)

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    +64 3 304 7092 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    +64 27 483 3577
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    56 Pennington Street, Leeston 7632, New Zealand
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  • ALPINE JET - Springfield

    Alpine Jet will take you deep into the foothills of the Southern Alps through the breathtaking Waimakariri River canyon. We are situated only 50 minutes from Christchurch Airport. Breathtaking views, excellent mixture of scenery and excitement, our safari tour option doubles as an eco-experience with magnificent scenery, native bush and wildlife...(more)

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    +64 3 318 4881 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    0800 26 36 26 (only within NZ)
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    Main Highway 73, West Coast Road, Springfield, Canterbury, New Zealand
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  • BLACK CAT CRUISES - Christchurch and Akaroa

    The beautiful harbour of Akaroa near Christchurch is home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin. Join our two-hour nature cruise where we guarantee you will see dolphins or come again another day for FREE, you will also see fur seals, penguins and other marine birdlife. Swimming with dolphins is available in Akaroa Harbour. Winner of the Supreme Tourism Award 2003/4...(more)

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    +64 3 304 7641 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    0800 436 574 (only within NZ)
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    Main Wharf, Akaroa, New Zealand
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  • CHIPMUNKS PLAYLAND AND CAFE - Papanui, Christchurch

    Chipmunks' Playland and cafe's aim is to make sure the kids have fun in our superior playlands and playgrounds, which offer the latest, safest and best play equipment available . For all the parents out there - relax over a coffee in Charlie's Cafe while the kids have fun at our Cranford St venue...(more)

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    +64 3 352 4476 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    472 Cranford Street, Papanui, Christchurch 8052, New Zealand
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  • JET THRILLS - Christchurch

    Close to Christchurch hotels and airport, Jet Thrills is a thrill seekers ride on the Waimakariri River. This stunning river comes to life when you take a jet boat ride with Jet Thrills. Share the guides passion for jet boating and New Zealand rivers. A must do when in Christchurch...(more)

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    +64 3 385 1478 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    DEPARTURE POINT: Launching Ramp under Highway No 1 Bridge, Waimakariri Regional Park, Corner of Wrights Road and Main North Road, Clarkville, 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)

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    +64 3 359 7109 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    PO Box 5130, Papanui, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • RUBICON VALLEY HORSE TREKS - Springfield

    Experience the pleasures of horse riding through a working high country farm. Quiet area of hills, neat farms, native beech and pine forest, and lonely, open country on the edge of the Canterbury Plains where it meets the foothills of the Southern Alps. Peaceful and beautiful, still and quiet, and yet just 45 minutes from Christchurch...(more)

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    +64 3 318 8886 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    0508 257 222 (only within NZ)
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    534 Rubicon Road, Kowai Bush, Springfield 7681, Canterbury, 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)

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    +64 3 359 6226 NZ local time 02:16 AM, Sun 27 May
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    60 Hussey Road, Northwood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
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  • Castle Park - Leithfield, Canterbury

    Ultimate fun park for families, corporates and schools. Just 25 minutes north of Christchurch at Leithfield on SH 1. On-site licensed cafe for functions, meetings and family gatherings. Bookings essential, phone 03 312 9411...(more)

  • Kidz Go - Christchurch & Canterbury

    Information for families visiting Christchurch and Canterbury. Family friendly accommodation, dining and activities, birthday party ideas, day trips, child-minding, skiing with kids and more. Check our Web site also for family information in other New Zealand regions...(more)


 

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