Discover the best places to eat, drink, shop, and explore among the sweeping golden hills, frothing beaches and vibrant downtown of Christchurch.
Officially the oldest established city in New Zealand, this Canterbury city has suffered its fair share of hard times over the years. The February 2011 earthquake struck Christchurch a massive blow, but thanks to a loyal population of hardworking people, the city has once again found its feet. Home to a mix of pre-earthquake favourites and exciting new eateries, bars, and shops, Christchurch has a big city buzz with a world-class hospitality scene.
One of only four cities in the world to have been planned around the layout of the city square, it’s easy to get from A to B in the centre of the Garden City. With Christchurch's plans to accommodate more cyclists and pedestrians, the city is well on its way to becoming an enticing destination for tourists as well as locals
Sweeping golden hills, stunning beaches, and snow-capped mountains a short drive away make Christchurch the hub of an outdoor-loving population.
Hosting a bustling summer season of events, mainly based out of inner-city Hagley Park, Christchurch has plenty of creative talent to showcase when it comes to adventure, performance, art, and music. Match that with an innovative start-up culture and urban business scene, and Christchurch is definitely a city to watch.
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When you’re booking a trip, one of the crucial decisions you have to make is where to stay, and while in days gone by it was a question of motel or hotel, nowadays there are so many more options to suit the kind of traveller you are. And if you are the kind that enjoys a boutique apartment stay, where all of life’s little luxuries and comforts have been thought of, then a Perfect Stays property might be just what you are after. Proudly owned and operated in Christchurch, they are experts in providing quality accommodation and knowing their city.
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Our Kid-Friendly Guide for Your Next Family Day Out in Christchurch
Finding activities and destinations to keep every member of the family content, from the youngest to the oldest (yes, we’re looking at you adults) is no easy feat. Sometimes it can feel easier to stay home, but cabin fever can soon hit, so to help you out in moments like this, we’ve compiled a guide of parent and kid-friendly experiences in Ōtautahi Christchurch sure to delight on all levels.
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Pair the historical architecture of Christchurch’s Arts Centre with a beloved Central Otago lifestyle brand renowned for its sheepskin products, and you get Wilson...
Ashe
Contemporary art gallery and design space, Ashe, located on Christchurch’s High Street, is a place where art and design naturally intersect.
Grumpys
Delivering North American-inspired donuts from a hot pink shipping container in Christchurch’s Sydenham Underpass, Grumpys is all about finding joy in the simplest of...
yourSPAce
Tucked away off Ferry Road in Christchurch’s Ferrymead, you’ll find yourSPAce, a studio that feels more like a cosy reprieve from the busy city just outside the...
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Discover the best places to eat, drink, shop, and explore among the sweeping golden hills, frothing beaches and vibrant downtown of Christchurch.
Bellbird Bakery Holmwood
Bellbird Bakery Holmwood represents an exciting new chapter for the Christchurch artisan bakery that is well known and beloved around the ‘03.
Pottery Capital
If you've been searching most of your life for true inner peace, you'll be delighted to learn that it can now be found in The Barn at Christchurch's New Brighton Mall.
Sweet As Waffles
Suffusing New Brighton Mall’s northern arcade with the irresistible aroma of Belgian goodness, Sweet As Waffles is the go-to for any serious sweet tooth spending their...
Naveya & Sloane Jewellery
Naveya & Sloane is a jewellery house born and bred in New Zealand, and in mid-2025, they opened their Christchurch showroom on Oxford Terrace.
Black Betty
Black Betty on Christchurch’s Madras Street first opened in February 2011, and since those early days, it has cemented itself as a firm favourite on the Ōtautahi...
Paleta Gelateria
Any time of the day is a good time for gelato, and if you are in the vicinity of Christchurch’s Little High Eatery, we recommend making a beeline for Paleta Gelateria.
Southpaw Brewing Company & Taproom
Southpaw Brewing Company & Taproom, found in Christchurch’s seaside suburb of New Brighton, is proudly community-focused and this small, independent brewery is...
Harris Farms Butchery, Bakery & Café
If you find yourself roadtripping along State Highway 1 between Christchurch and Kaikōura, chances are a stop in Cheviot will be needed.
The Eve Apartment - OGB Suite
The Old Government Building in the heart of Christchurch’s centre is a true heritage treasure for the city and is now home to a variety of businesses and accommodation...
Kusamono Café
Tucked into a calming corner of New Brighton Mall, Kusamono Café is where devotion to the perfect brew echoes the art of bonsai.
Shopology
Calling Riverside Lane home, Shopology is the place to go in Christchurch when you need something special or a nice dose of retail therapy.
Blue Moon Bakehouse
When Blue Moon Bakehouse opened their doors on Riccarton Road in 2024, they garnered a glowing reputation throughout Christchurch and beyond at lightning speed.
Vivace Espresso
Vivace Espresso on Christchurch’s Cambridge Terrace is a cafe that wears many hats and wears them well.
