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Christchurch, New Zealand

Top things to do in Christchurch

21 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Christchurch Tramway
Sight4.5

Christchurch Tramway

2,981 reviews

A heritage tramway in Christchurch offering guided tours through the city center, with hop-on-hop-off access and historical commentary.

Margaret Mahy Family Playground

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What is the most visited attraction in Christchurch?

Christchurch Tramway draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Christchurch, with 2,981 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Christchurch do visitors rate highest?

Margaret Mahy Family Playground holds the highest rating in Christchurch among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 1,073 reviews. It is less busy than Christchurch Tramway, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Park & nature5

Margaret Mahy Family Playground

1,073 reviews

A sprawling, imaginative playground in central Christchurch, named after the beloved children's author, featuring giant slides, a flying fox, and water play areas.

Avon River
Park & nature4.5

Avon River

665 reviews

A peaceful river meandering through Christchurch's Botanic Gardens, famous for punting and scenic walks.

New Regent Street
Landmark4

New Regent Street

561 reviews

A vibrant, pastel-colored shopping street in Christchurch known for its Spanish Mission-style architecture and boutique stores.

Peacock Fountain
Landmark4

Peacock Fountain

187 reviews

A vibrant cast-iron fountain in Christchurch Botanic Gardens, restored to its original colorful glory.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Botanic Gardens Tour

169 reviews

A guided walking tour through the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, showcasing diverse plant collections and seasonal blooms.

Museum
Museum4.5

Rutherford's Den

33 reviews

A museum in Christchurch dedicated to the life and work of physicist Ernest Rutherford, housed in the historic Arts Centre.

Imagination Station
Park & nature4.5

Imagination Station

26 reviews

Interactive play park in Cathedral Square, Christchurch, designed to spark creativity and imagination in children.

Entertainment
Entertainment5

Lumiere Cinemas

17 reviews

A boutique cinema in Christchurch offering a curated selection of films in a cozy, intimate setting near the Canterbury Museum.

Religious site
Religious site

Christ Church Cathedral, Christchurch

See the iconic Anglican cathedral in Cathedral Square, a symbol of Christchurch's heritage and resilience after the 2011 earthquake.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Hagley Park, Christchurch

Christchurch's sprawling urban green space with sports fields, walking trails, and seasonal events like the Ellerslie Flower Show.

Sight
Sight

Cathedral Square, Christchurch

Cathedral Square is Christchurch's historic heart, surrounded by Gothic Revival buildings and the iconic ChristChurch Cathedral, currently under restoration.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Christchurch Town Hall

Christchurch's premier concert hall, home to the city's symphony orchestra and a stunning example of modern acoustics.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Isaac Theatre Royal

A beautifully restored Edwardian theatre offering a grand setting for live shows, from ballet to Broadway.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Stroll through 30+ hectares of themed gardens, including a rose garden and tropical conservatory, along the Avon River.

Religious site
Religious site

Cardboard Cathedral

The Cardboard Cathedral is a striking transitional church made from cardboard tubes and timber, designed by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban.

Landmark
Landmark

Christchurch Arts Centre

A Gothic Revival complex in Christchurch housing galleries, artisan shops, and performance spaces in restored historic buildings.

Museum
Museum

Christchurch Art Gallery

Christchurch's main public art museum, Te Puna o Waiwhetu, featuring a notable collection of New Zealand art in a striking modern building.

Market
Market

Riverside Market

A bustling indoor market with artisan food stalls, fresh produce, and a lively atmosphere along the Avon River.

Museum
Museum

Canterbury Museum, Christchurch

Explore New Zealand's natural and human history, from Māori treasures to Antarctic exploration, in a landmark Gothic Revival building.

Landmark
Landmark

Antigua Boat Sheds

Antigua Boat Sheds are historic wooden boathouses on the Avon River, offering punting and boat rentals.