Museums

1. Canterbury Museum

Housed in an exquisite historic building, Canterbury Museum is world renowned for its natural and

human history collections. A frequently changing programme of exhibitions and events complements

the Museum's permanent displays. General admission to the Museum is free; donations are appreciated.

2. Christchurch Art Gallery

The Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, commonly known as the Christchurch Art Gallery,

is the public art gallery of the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. It has its own substantial art collection and also

presents a programme of New Zealand and international exhibitions. It opens up at 10AM and closes at 5PM.

3. Air Force Museum Of New Zealand

The Air Force Museum of New Zealand, formerly called The Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum, is located at Wigram, the RNZAF's first operational

base, in Christchurch, in the South Island of New Zealand. It opened on 1 April 1987 as part of the celebrations for the RNZAF's 50th anniversary

and is primarily a museum of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, its predecessor, the New Zealand Permanent Air Force and New Zealand

squadrons of the Royal Air Force. The Air Force Museum of New Zealand's mission is to preserve and present the history of New Zealand military

aviation for commemoration, learning, inspiration and enjoyment.

Parks and gardens

1. Christchurch Botanic Gardens

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens, located in the central city of Christchurch, New Zealand, were founded in 1863.

when an English oak was planted to commemorate the solemnisation of the marriage of Prince Albert and Princess Alexandra of Denmark.

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens have a variety of collections of exotic and local plants of New Zealand,

several conservatories, a nursery, playground and Climatological Station

2. Hagley Park North

Hagley Park is the largest urban open space in Christchurch, New Zealand, and was created in 1855 by the Provincial Government.

Hagley Park is characterised by its trees and broad open spaces. Hagley Park was named after Hagley Park,

the country estate of Lord Lyttelton, who became chairman of the Canterbury Association in March 1850.

3. Mona Vale Garden Park

Mona Vale, with its homestead formerly known as Karewa, is a public park of 4 ha in the Christchurch suburb of Fendalton.

The homestead and gate house are both listed as heritage buildings with Heritage New Zealand (NZHPT). The fernery

and the rose garden, and pavilion with the setting of the park along the Avon River,

add to the attractiveness of the property.

Tourist attractions

1. International Antarctic Centre

The International Antarctic Centre is a visitor attraction and public science discovery centre in the suburb of Harewood, Christchurch, New Zealand.

It is located at Christchurch International Airport, adjacent to the buildings that are the Christchurch base for the Antarctic programmes of the US, New Zealand and Italy.

2. Christchurch Tram

One of the most notable things about Christchurch. It combines both history and sightseeing together, creating a unique experience.

3. Punting On The Avon

This is a boat trip on the Avon River which allows you to go sightseeing in Christchurch in a completely different perspective.