Local Eateries/Bars
This place is new and it has an awesome location overlooking the river. The beers are made here in Christchurch and the food is great.
Port and Eagle Brewpub
184 Williams StreetThis place is new and it has an awesome location overlooking the river. The beers are made here in Christchurch and the food is great.
We have eaten in and had take out from here. Great service and good food. The food strikes a good balance between traditional Thai food and Western style Thai food.
Kanniga Kaiapoi Thai Restaurant
61 Williams St We have eaten in and had take out from here. Great service and good food. The food strikes a good balance between traditional Thai food and Western style Thai food.
Friendly staff that have good service. We have been there for lunch and dinner. Great pub food and good value for money.
CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen Kaiapoi
77 Hilton StFriendly staff that have good service. We have been there for lunch and dinner. Great pub food and good value for money.
Pizza Palace
99 Williams StCheap and cheerful. This place has great value for money, lots to choose from.
Our Favourite Restaurants
Indian, Mexican & Italian
This is a small chain of stores the closest one is 21 minutes away in the city but the food is fantastic. Full of flavour and spice
47 locals recommend
Coriander's
70-76 Rolleston DrThis is a small chain of stores the closest one is 21 minutes away in the city but the food is fantastic. Full of flavour and spice
They have the most amazing soft tacos. The staff are friendly and the food is simple yet packed full of flavour. 20 minutes away in the CBD.
86 locals recommend
Mexicano's
131 Victoria StThey have the most amazing soft tacos. The staff are friendly and the food is simple yet packed full of flavour. 20 minutes away in the CBD.
A bit on the pricey side here but the food is incredible great for a romantic night out. Ring ahead to make sure there is a table available. 21 minutes away in the city.
12 locals recommend
Venuti
791 Colombo StA bit on the pricey side here but the food is incredible great for a romantic night out. Ring ahead to make sure there is a table available. 21 minutes away in the city.
A small diner with American/Mexican styled food with a twist. They make everything on site and the flavour combinations are fantastic, set in an eclectic vintage atmosphere. 21 minutes away in the CBD
6 locals recommend
Sun Dog Diner
2-10 Papanui RdA small diner with American/Mexican styled food with a twist. They make everything on site and the flavour combinations are fantastic, set in an eclectic vintage atmosphere. 21 minutes away in the CBD
C1 Espresso
185 High StC1 is more than a cafe, it truly is an amazing experience. I have taken people here and years later they still talk about it. An iconic Christchurch cafe in the old High Street Post Office. Utilising the pneumatic tubes, get your food delivered to your table through the pneumatic tubes. The coffee and food is great here, it is always busy so be prepared to wait a short while for a table.
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107 locals recommend
C1 Espresso
185 High StC1 is more than a cafe, it truly is an amazing experience. I have taken people here and years later they still talk about it. An iconic Christchurch cafe in the old High Street Post Office. Utilising the pneumatic tubes, get your food delivered to your table through the pneumatic tubes. The coffee and food is great here, it is always busy so be prepared to wait a short while for a table.
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What to do nearby
Brooklands Lagoon, a stunning scenery enjoy an easy walk around the lagoon. Take advantage of our amenities. You can use our bicycles or kayaks.
Brooklands
Brooklands Lagoon, a stunning scenery enjoy an easy walk around the lagoon. Take advantage of our amenities. You can use our bicycles or kayaks.
Forests, Chaneys Forest & Bottle Lake Forest have fantastic tracks that are easy to follow. You can cycle or walk there
6 locals recommend
Bottle Lake
Forests, Chaneys Forest & Bottle Lake Forest have fantastic tracks that are easy to follow. You can cycle or walk there
Spencer Park, there is plenty to do. Have a picnic, play on the playground, go to the beach and build a sand castle, visit Seafield Wildlife Park and see the animals
Spencer Park, Picnic Area & Playground
110 Heyders RdSpencer Park, there is plenty to do. Have a picnic, play on the playground, go to the beach and build a sand castle, visit Seafield Wildlife Park and see the animals
For the adventurists. Go climbing in the forest, there are 7 courses to go on. Starting from 1m off the ground up to 20m in the canopy. Each course has a range of various challenges that build in height and difficulty as you progress.
26 locals recommend
Adrenalin Forest Christchurch
110 Heyders RdFor the adventurists. Go climbing in the forest, there are 7 courses to go on. Starting from 1m off the ground up to 20m in the canopy. Each course has a range of various challenges that build in height and difficulty as you progress.
Christchurch Top 7 (free)
Our top 7 things to do in Christchurch that are free
Take advantage of the free guided tours. On daily 11am or 2pm
304 locals recommend
Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
312 Montreal StTake advantage of the free guided tours. On daily 11am or 2pm
GapFiller
153 Kilmore St Find the all of the amazing projects designed by the Gap Filler community
New Brighton Pier
Visit New Brighton and walk out to sea
Take a self guided tour around the city and experience the vibrant street art of Christchurch
44 locals recommend
Christchurch Central
Take a self guided tour around the city and experience the vibrant street art of Christchurch
Canterbury Museum
66 Rolleston AveLearn a little history at the museum
No matter your age you can experience the joy of playing on this playground
150 locals recommend
Margaret Mahy Playground
Armagh StreetNo matter your age you can experience the joy of playing on this playground
Canterbury
All the amazing places we recommend visiting
A rock climbers dream, an incredible scenery full rich in history. Enjoy a walk around the boulders. Further along Arthurs Pass you will find Cave Stream, an adventurous walk through an underground cave
32 locals recommend
Castle Hill
A rock climbers dream, an incredible scenery full rich in history. Enjoy a walk around the boulders. Further along Arthurs Pass you will find Cave Stream, an adventurous walk through an underground cave
Take a scenic drive and discover the picturesque views from Lyttelton to Diamond Harbour. There are plenty of places to stop along the way. I recommend starting at Lyttelton Coffee Co. You can then take the ferry to Quail Island where in the 1870s it was used for quarantine to help stop the spread of influenza. There is a fantastic 2.5 hour walk around the island. Hop in the car and enjoy the winding roads that take you to some amazing beaches.
98 locals recommend
Lyttelton
Take a scenic drive and discover the picturesque views from Lyttelton to Diamond Harbour. There are plenty of places to stop along the way. I recommend starting at Lyttelton Coffee Co. You can then take the ferry to Quail Island where in the 1870s it was used for quarantine to help stop the spread of influenza. There is a fantastic 2.5 hour walk around the island. Hop in the car and enjoy the winding roads that take you to some amazing beaches.
Famous for being the most French town in New Zealand, Akaroa is a fantastic day trip. Rich with history, there is plenty to see and do. Explore the village with its galleries, craft stores, cafes and eateries, all while taking in the breathtaking views.
162 locals recommend
Akaroa
Famous for being the most French town in New Zealand, Akaroa is a fantastic day trip. Rich with history, there is plenty to see and do. Explore the village with its galleries, craft stores, cafes and eateries, all while taking in the breathtaking views.
Stargaze at the Mt. John Observatory, views of the night sky and the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis). The lake is on the edge of the Southern Alps and has an incredible blue colour. The lake still generates power.
52 locals recommend
Lake Tekapo
Stargaze at the Mt. John Observatory, views of the night sky and the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis). The lake is on the edge of the Southern Alps and has an incredible blue colour. The lake still generates power.
Whale watch in Kaikoura and see the majestical sperm whales. Kaikoura is a beautiful coastal town known for its whales and seals. There is a fantastic walk up a river that the baby seals love to play in. It is a fantastic up close encounter that you will always remember.
35 locals recommend
Kaikoura
Whale watch in Kaikoura and see the majestical sperm whales. Kaikoura is a beautiful coastal town known for its whales and seals. There is a fantastic walk up a river that the baby seals love to play in. It is a fantastic up close encounter that you will always remember.
Well known for its thermal hot spring, Hanmer is picturesque in any season. Set in a small town, there are activities if you want them but most Christchurch locals go there to relax and enjoy the hot pools.
64 locals recommend
Hanmer Springs
Well known for its thermal hot spring, Hanmer is picturesque in any season. Set in a small town, there are activities if you want them but most Christchurch locals go there to relax and enjoy the hot pools.
Christchurch Markets
Christchurch has a lot of amazing markets, everything from food to handmade crafts.
11am - 9pm Fridays
Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central
One of the most popular spot at the city centre on Friday - The Friday Street Food Market brings together the best food trucks and food stalls from different cuisines around the world with live entertainment, buskers and more!
Friday Street Food Market
Cathedral Square11am - 9pm Fridays
Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central
One of the most popular spot at the city centre on Friday - The Friday Street Food Market brings together the best food trucks and food stalls from different cuisines around the world with live entertainment, buskers and more!
10am - 2pm Saturdays
New Brighton Mall, New Brighton
Every Saturday, New Brighton's pedestrian mall is filled with colour and creativity!
Come down to the seaside and enjoy, live entertainment, great food, fresh produce, arts, crafts, jewellery and more. There's also a bouncy castle and free face-painting for the littlies.
New Brighton Seaside Market
25 Brighton Mall10am - 2pm Saturdays
New Brighton Mall, New Brighton
Every Saturday, New Brighton's pedestrian mall is filled with colour and creativity!
Come down to the seaside and enjoy, live entertainment, great food, fresh produce, arts, crafts, jewellery and more. There's also a bouncy castle and free face-painting for the littlies.
9am - 1pm Saturdays
16 Kahu Rd, Fendalton
Having started in 2003 we are Christchurch's largest Saturday Farmers' Market and we are located in the beautiful and historic grounds of Riccarton House and Bush.
72 locals recommend
Christchurch Farmers' Market
16 Kahu Rd9am - 1pm Saturdays
16 Kahu Rd, Fendalton
Having started in 2003 we are Christchurch's largest Saturday Farmers' Market and we are located in the beautiful and historic grounds of Riccarton House and Bush.
10am 1pm Saturdays
London Street, Lyttelton
Stallholders with fresh fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, bread, meat, fish, cheese, juices, herbs and plants sell at the market every week.
49 locals recommend
Lyttelton Farmers Market
London Street10am 1pm Saturdays
London Street, Lyttelton
Stallholders with fresh fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, bread, meat, fish, cheese, juices, herbs and plants sell at the market every week.
5pm - 9pm Saturdays
Cnr Moorhouse Ave and Fitzgerald Ave
Come on down to Christchurch's weekly The Night Market for live music, excellent local food vendors, and a urban industrial chic space to enjoy it all in.
Bring your mates, grab some dinner, and relax
The Night Market Christchurch
479 Moorhouse Ave5pm - 9pm Saturdays
Cnr Moorhouse Ave and Fitzgerald Ave
Come on down to Christchurch's weekly The Night Market for live music, excellent local food vendors, and a urban industrial chic space to enjoy it all in.
Bring your mates, grab some dinner, and relax
4pm - 8pm First Saturday of each month
50 Ferrymead Park Drive, Ferrymead
An evening for the whole family!
Entry - Gold coin per person.
Stalls, Food Vendors, Entertainment, Live Music, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Bring Cash! Tram - small fee, Vulcan Train - small fee, Print Shop, Post Office, the Theatre, and Curragh House are open.
31 locals recommend
Ferrymead Heritage Park
50 Ferrymead Park Dr4pm - 8pm First Saturday of each month
50 Ferrymead Park Drive, Ferrymead
An evening for the whole family!
Entry - Gold coin per person.
Stalls, Food Vendors, Entertainment, Live Music, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Bring Cash! Tram - small fee, Vulcan Train - small fee, Print Shop, Post Office, the Theatre, and Curragh House are open.
9am - 2pm Sundays
165 Racecourse Rd, Broomfield
Riccarton Market is New Zealand’s largest outdoor market and a major Christchurch tourist attraction. Enjoy the great atmosphere, shop for bargains, relax over lunch with family and friends, while listening to music from local artists.
81 locals recommend
The Riccarton Sunday Market
165 Racecourse Rd9am - 2pm Sundays
165 Racecourse Rd, Broomfield
Riccarton Market is New Zealand’s largest outdoor market and a major Christchurch tourist attraction. Enjoy the great atmosphere, shop for bargains, relax over lunch with family and friends, while listening to music from local artists.
9am - 12pm Sundays
275 Fifield Terrace, Opawa
This is a 'real deal' growers' market.
The Opawa Farmers' Market prides itself on having the best selection of fresh local produce in Christchurch, including a large organic range from well-known and trusted local growers
11 locals recommend
Opawa Farmers Market
9am - 12pm Sundays
275 Fifield Terrace, Opawa
This is a 'real deal' growers' market.
The Opawa Farmers' Market prides itself on having the best selection of fresh local produce in Christchurch, including a large organic range from well-known and trusted local growers
11am - 3pm First Sunday of each month
21 Connal Street, Woolston
Heaving Trestles with Vintage items, linens, clothes, costumes, jewels, collectables, retro, Kitsch and kitchen, antiques, craft works, furniture, restored, revamped and recycled items.
Shabby Chic Market 1st Sunday Of Month
21 Connal St11am - 3pm First Sunday of each month
21 Connal Street, Woolston
Heaving Trestles with Vintage items, linens, clothes, costumes, jewels, collectables, retro, Kitsch and kitchen, antiques, craft works, furniture, restored, revamped and recycled items.
12pm - 3pm Last Sunday of each month
26 Nash Road, Halswell
Set in the award-winning gardens of St John of God, Hauora Trust, our markets provide a place for people to connect and support local businesses, musicians, clubs and groups. This is a real community event with a variety of stalls
Halswell Community Monthly Market
26 Nash Rd12pm - 3pm Last Sunday of each month
26 Nash Road, Halswell
Set in the award-winning gardens of St John of God, Hauora Trust, our markets provide a place for people to connect and support local businesses, musicians, clubs and groups. This is a real community event with a variety of stalls