Christchurch District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small settlement.
A coastal town with a harbor, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with rolling hills, a calm sea, and distant mountains.
A fountain with multiple tiers and statues, a large building with intricate architecture, and a clear blue sky.
A fountain with fish sculptures in front of a historic building.

Popular cities in Christchurch District

A cityscape with modern buildings, a construction site, and a distinctive blue sculpture.
Christchurch
Known for Gardens, Cafes and Business
The Garden City delights visitors with native parklands, Māori culture and adrenaline-charged adventures through the countryside.

Reasons to visit

  • Lyttelton Harbour
  • Hagley Park
  • Sumner Beach
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A turquoise lake surrounded by green hills and mountains.
Akaroa
Known for Boating, Dolphins and Tours
A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

Reasons to visit

  • Akaroa Lighthouse
  • Akaroa Wharf
  • Akaroa Museum
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Port Levy
Port Levy
Head to Taylor's Mistake Beach and Lyttelton Harbour—just two of the sights around Port Levy.
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A coastal village with colorful boathouses and houses on a hillside.
Duvauchelle
Known for Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Duvauchelle.
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Diamond Harbour
Diamond Harbour
Head to sights like Church Bay as you discover the local area in Diamond Harbour.
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A small, yellow and purple accommodation building with a sign reading "Silostay Accommodation". There are bicycles parked outside and a small garden area with a wheelbarrow and a trash bin.
Little River
Known for Ecotourism, Rivers and Relaxing
There’s more than one way to roll into this tiny-but-mighty town that’s the end point for one of New Zealand’s great hiking and biking tracks.
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Stay near popular Christchurch District attractions

A coastal town with a harbor, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Lyttelton Harbour

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Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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