Things to do in Canterbury

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The most visited in Canterbury

Lakes in Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

(6)

Gardens in Christchurch

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

(2)

Cities in Christchurch

Christchurch

(2)

Of Cultural Interest in Christchurch

TranzAlpine Train

(1)

Lakes in Mount Cook

Pukaki Lake

(1)

The Most Beautiful Lakes

Lakes in Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

(6)

Lakes in Mount Cook

Pukaki Lake

(1)

Lakes in Kurow

Lake Waitaki

Lakes in Mount Cook

Tasman Lake

(1)

Lakes in Rakaia

Clearwater Lake

The Most Popular Museums

Museums in Christchurch

Canterbury Museum

(1)

Museums in Christchurch

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna O Waiwhetu

Museums in Mount Cook

Sir Edmund Hilarry Alpine Centre

Museums in Geraldine

Geraldine Historical Society Museum

Museums in Christchurch

The Arts Centre of Christchurch

Natural Parks

Nature Reserves in Mount Cook

Mount Cook

(1)

Nature Reserves in Christchurch

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

(1)

Nature Reserves in Kaikoura

Kaikoura Coast

Nature Reserves in Mount Cook

Hooker Lake Track

(1)

Nature Reserves in Lake Tekapo

Mt John Trail

(1)

The Most Beautiful Beaches

Beaches in Hampden

Moeraki Boulders

(3)

Beaches in Hampden

Moeraki (Kaihinaki)

(1)

Beaches in Kaikoura

Northeast Coast of the South Island

Beaches in Hampden

Moeraki Boulders Reserve

(1)

Beaches in Waikuku

Waikuku Beach

The top 96 attractions in Canterbury

Lakes in Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

(6)

I had the wonderful opportunity to enjoy Lake Tekapo for two weeks and I couldn't recommend it more. In summer, there's nothing be

Gardens in Christchurch

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

(2)

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens in New Zealand's South Island are a relaxing and interesting option for an afternoon. These garde

Cities in Christchurch

Christchurch

(2)

Christchurch is a city on New Zealand's South Island, in the province of Canterbury. It is the largest city in the South Island a

Of Cultural Interest in Christchurch

TranzAlpine Train

(1)

The Tranzscenic is a train route that runs along the route from the town of Greymouth on the Pacific coast and Christchurch on the

Lakes in Mount Cook

Pukaki Lake

(1)

Just like Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki is a beautiful turquoise colour. It is located about 30 km southwest of the town of Tekapo. At

Nature Reserves in Mount Cook

Mount Cook

(1)

Mount Cook in New Zealand is a great trip taking in the shores of the Pukaki lake. It is a privileged view and beauty takes your b

Resort Towns in Kaikoura

Kaikoura

(1)

Kaikoura is a stunning village situated between the sea and the mountains in the South Island of New Zealand, on the east coast. I

Museums in Christchurch

Canterbury Museum

(1)

In some respects, it is a very old-looking museums, with dioramas and explanatory panels that look like they've been here for man

Beaches in Hampden

Moeraki Boulders

(3)

The Moeraki Boulders are some stones that are almost perfectly spherical shaped, some up to 3 meters in diameter, located at a bea

Of Cultural Interest in Christchurch

Chinese New Year

More than 10% of the population of New Zealand are of Asian origin, so the Chinese New Year celebrations are very important. In th

Villages in Akaroa

Akaroa

The beautiful Akaroa Village can be found by the sea and the mountain about 2 hours away from Christcurch. It has a special charm,

Lakes in Kurow

Lake Waitaki

Lake Waitaki is the smallest of the three major lakes of the Waitaki Water Project in the South Island of New Zealand. I loved thi

Historical Monuments in Christchurch

Bridge of Remembrance

(4)

The Bridge of Remembrance is located in the center of Christchurch and was opened on Armistice Day, November 11, 1924. It was made

Nature Reserves in Christchurch

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

(1)

This reserve is 15 minutes from Christchurch and is the ideal place to see kiwis in New Zealand. Spotting a glimpse of them otherw

Churches in Lake Tekapo

Good Shepherd Church

(3)

Without a doubt one of the churches with the best views in the world; behind the altar is a window overlooking Lake Tekapo. The ch

Museums in Christchurch

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna O Waiwhetu

Te Puna o Waiwhetu is the most modern museum in Christchurch, housed in a spectacular building with fully glazed frontage and ver

Cathedrals in Christchurch

Christchurch Cathedral

(1)

This is an Anglican cathedral in the city center, traditional in its architecture but modern in its promotion, as it has a web pag

Of Cultural Interest in Christchurch

Christchurch Tramway

(1)

A modern streetcar with a historic vibe goes through the heart of Christchurch and makes 11 stops that are near principal tourist

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Activities in Canterbury

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Christchurch: Tramway Restaurant 4-Course Dinner Tour

(44)

starting from

51.94 £

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Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

(30)

starting from

13.87 £

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Christchurch: Gondola Ride

(22)

starting from

15.86 £

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Akaroa Harbor 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

(17)

starting from

35.20 £

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Christchurch Pass (Tram, Gondola, Punting & Gardens Combo)

(8)

starting from

38.09 £

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The most popular destinations

Christchurch

Akaroa

Mount Cook

Lake Tekapo

Kaikoura