Places to Visit in Christchurch

Traverse the incredible Southern Alps aboard the world-famous TranzAlpine. The iconic TranzAlpine rail journey connects the East Coast to the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. Between Christchurch and Greymouth, you'll pass Rolleston, Darfield, Springfield, Arthur's Pass, Otira, and Moana (Lake Brunner). Marvel at the epic snow-capped vistas as you roll through the mountains and cross the breath-taking viaducts. With reclined chairs, panoramic windows, spacious cabins and a licensed cafe carriage, the TranzAlpine is a taste of luxury travel. However, at heart, they are magnificent sightseeing journeys through the very best of New Zealand's world-famous scenery.

Explore Christchurch's evolving city centre on board a beautifully restored heritage tramcar. Our all-day hop-on hop-off tickets allow you to visit the best of the central city sights at your leisure, and our friendly and knowledgeable drivers will keep you updated about the latest city changes (along with mentions of the past) in their informative live commentaries. The Canterbury Museum & Botanic Gardens, The Terrace & Riverside Market, Margaret Mahy Playground and New Regent Street are just some of sights to be seen from the comfort of your Tram and accessed from the 18 stops en route. A must-do family-friendly activity perfect for locals and visitors alike, the Tram is one of the city's best-loved attractions - plus kids go free.

Open daily! Located next to Christchurch International Airport, the International Antarctic Centre has a huge range of experiences guaranteed to entertain the whole family. Be chilled in our incredible Antarctic storm room. Be thrilled on an all-terrain vehicle tour. Make friends with penguins and huskies. Learn about the first expeditions, modern day life on Scott Base and the future of humanity on the ice. Be amazed through the big screen ice tour and astonished within the immersive 4D theatre. In just a few hours here the icy continent will create memories to last a lifetime. It's cold, it's cool, & it's waiting to be discovered by you.

Stone bridge with a sculpted triumphal memorial arch to those who died in World War I.