Christchurch History Museums
Come and learn more about the unique history of Christchurch City and New Zealand with a Christchurch History Museum. Christchurch museums may showcase local, national and even international history offering everything from Maori history to natural history to military history. more
Browse Christchurch museums’ excellent exhibits that including their artefacts, fossils, local treasures and other historic memorabilia. Christchurch museums are great for adult groups and families alike and will enrich your appreciation for the local area. Historic sites and historic houses are also forms of history museums.
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AIR FORCE MUSEUM OF NEW ZEALAND - Christchurch
AIR FORCE MUSEUM OF NEW ZEALAND - Christchurch
Discover New Zealand's military aviation story at the place where it all began. Engage with stories of the men and women who have helped shape New Zealand's military aviation journey, and reflect on their service and sacrifice through years of war and peace. FREE Admission, open daily (except Christmas Day), 10.00am-5.00pm.
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CHRISTCHURCH ATTRACTIONS - Gondola
CHRISTCHURCH ATTRACTIONS - Gondola
For a "top" experience in Christchurch (only 15 minutes from central city), take a ride to the summit of the Port Hills, 500 metres above sea level. It's magical! Spectacular 360-degree views of Christchurch City, Lyttelton Harbour, Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains. Set atop the Gondola Summit Station, the Red Rock Cafe offers delicious snacks, light meals and beverages.
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FERRYMEAD HERITAGE PARK - Christchurch
FERRYMEAD HERITAGE PARK - Christchurch
Ferrymead Heritage Park features an early 1900s (Edwardian) township, with exhibits such as houses, picture theatre, school classroom, church, jail, railway station, trains, lodge hall, post office, printers, tobacconist, general store, lawyer’s office and more. Located near the Port Hills. Combine a visit with a gondola ride to the summit, visit the port of Lyttelton, Heathcote Valley, Redcliffs and Sumner.
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PAVILIONS HOTEL - Christchurch
PAVILIONS HOTEL - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - A range of 92 rooms, suites, apartments and cottages, clients have flexibility with all the comforts of home at affordable prices. Conveniently situated in Christchurch within walking distance of Hagley Park as well as Shopping and restaurants, this family-owned boutique, personal hotel caters for Families, Corporate conferences, Sporting events or private functions. Full catering available from Jimmy’s Restaurant.and Bar Best Rate Guaranteed and complimentary Wi-Fi.
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PAVILIONS HOTEL MUSEUM - Christchurch
PAVILIONS HOTEL MUSEUM - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Not only a hotel, but a glimpse into the history of New Zealand through the lens of the Horncastle family. With artefacts and pieces of "Kiwiana" on display, collected over three generations from the North and South Islands, the Horncastle’s have curated a hotel that offers relaxing accommodation and a courtyard filled with memorabilia from a time gone by. Best Rate Guaranteed and complimentary Wi-Fi.
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RICCARTON HOUSE & BUSH TOURS - Christchurch
RICCARTON HOUSE & BUSH TOURS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Join a guided tour through a world of Victorian and Edwardian splendour, offering you a glimpse of days gone by around every corner. This grand homestead, begun in 1856, was the home of Canterbury's pioneering Deans family for 91 years. Take a stroll through the last surviving remnant of ancient kahikatea forest that once covered the Canterbury Plains.
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