What's Christchurch City Centre like?
Visitors really like Christchurch City Centre, especially its museums, shops and picturesque gardens. Make sure that you enjoy this family-friendly neighbourhood's great cafes and restaurants. Take in some culture at Canterbury Museum and Isaac Theatre Royal. There's plenty more to see, including Christchurch Art Gallery and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre.
How to get to Christchurch City Centre
Flying to:
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC), 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Christchurch City Centre
Things to see and do in and around Christchurch City Centre
What to see in Christchurch City Centre
- Christchurch I-SITE
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
- Margaret Mahy Playground
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Things to do in Christchurch City Centre
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Cashel Mall
- Riverside Market
- Canterbury Museum
- Isaac Theatre Royal
Other popular Christchurch City Centre attractions
- Christchurch Casino
- New Regent Street
- Victoria Street
- Hagley Park
- Bealey Avenue
When is the best time to visit Christchurch?
- Hottest months: January, February, December, March (average 17°C)
- Coldest months: July, August, June, September (average 9°C)
- Rainiest months: June, October, August, April (average 67 mm of rainfall)
