What to do in Christchurch District

Activities, attractions and tours

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.

Activities

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

NZ$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

NZ$130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
Blokarts suitable for ages 8 to 80+ with tandem karts available for those not ready to go it alone.

Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

NZ$99
per adult
Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

NZ$370
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Body of water in Christchurch City Tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch

NZ$95
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch
From Akaroa: Stargazing Experience

Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos

NZ$109
per adult
Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

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

NZ$42
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

NZ$105
per adult
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour
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A coastal town with a harbor, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Lyttelton Harbour

8.6/10 (1,052 reviews)
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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Day trip destinations from Christchurch District

A cityscape with modern buildings, a construction site, and a distinctive blue sculpture.

Christchurch

A turquoise lake surrounded by green hills and mountains.

Akaroa

A mountainous landscape with a lake and green fields.

Rolleston

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

An aerial view of a suburban area with a central road, green spaces, and residential houses.

West Melton

A road with mountains in the background and a river in the foreground.

Kaiapoi

A coastal landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small settlement.

Pigeon Bay

A coastal village with colorful boathouses and houses on a hillside.

Duvauchelle