Christchurch
Christchurch, the 'Garden City' is the largest city in New Zealand's South Island and serves as a gateway to many of the island's attractions including: the Southern Alps, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Dunedin, Stewart Island and Nelson. With so much to explore and enjoy on the South Island, it's almost possible to overlook the attractions of Christchurch itself, but this lively and vibrant city has a welcoming vibe and offers visitors lots to see and do during their stay.
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Christchurch Highlights
We recommend to our guests that they try to make time to see and do some of the following while staying at our central Christchurch motel:
- Gardens - The Botanical Gardens and Hagley Park in the middle of the city are just a short walk away from City Centre Motel. Also worth a visit are the gardens of historic Mona Vale, a late 19th century homestead (and restaurant) with over five hectares of gardens and lawns.
- Walks - Christchurch offers a great choice of walks within the inner city, suburbs and environs. Walking guides can be borrowed from reception.
- Half Day Trips - Explore the wineries, hills, harbours, coves and beaches surrounding the city at easily-reached destinations such as Sumner Beach, New Brighton Pier and Lyttleton.
Day Trips - Within easy reach of Christchurch are the popular destinations of Hanmer Springs (for hot pools, horse-riding, golf, quad-biking, etc), Akaroa (for swimming with the seals and dolphins, French-style dining), Kaikoura (whale-watching) and Arthur's Pass (hiking/tramping).
There are a host of other activities and sights to see in Christchurch (many of which are free) including: Cathedral Square (and giant chess), River Avon punting, retail therapy, fine dining, art gallery, arts centre, museum, Antarctica Centre, the 'maize' maze, outdoor pools, Riccarton arts and crafts market, playgrounds and parks.
More Information
Find out more about:
- Christchurch Casino - A popular 24-hour a day casino in the heart of the city open for dining, gaming, functions and events.
- Christchurch Convention Centre - New Zealand's largest purpose-built convention venue in the CBD hosting events, meetings and exhibitions.
- AMI Stadium - Christchurch's biggest sporting venue, the AMI stadium hosts major sporting events, functions and concerts for 10 to 50,000 people.
- CBS Canterbury Arena - New Zealand's largest purpose-built indoor sports and entertainment venue, just 10 minutes from the city centre.
- Ellerslie Flower Show - New Zealand's premier horticultural event and often regarded as the 'Chelsea Flower Show' of the southern hemisphere.
- Rugby Accommodation - The top rugby-playing teams of the world come to play in Christchurch.
- Corporate Accommodation in Christchurch - Find out about City Centre Motel's corporate accommodation and business services.
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