From adrenaline-pumping adventures to cultural experiences and scenic tours, explore Christchurch through these handpicked categories of things to see and do.
Adventure Tours (6)
Get your heart racing in Canterbury, from high-speed river jet boating to scenic flights and outdoor adventures among mountains, gorges and coastline.
Akaroa Tours (13)
Spend a day in Akaroa, a harbour village with French colonial roots, set in an ancient volcanic crater and home to rare Hector's dolphins.
Arthur's Pass Tours (10)
Travel into the heart of the Southern Alps to Arthur's Pass, with beech forest walks, waterfalls, braided rivers and dramatic mountain scenery.
Banks Peninsula Tours (4)
Explore the rugged volcanic peninsula on Christchurch's doorstep, with hidden bays, winding summit roads, farmland, artisan food and sweeping harbour views.
Castle Hill Tours (7)
Wander among giant limestone boulders scattered across tussock hills at Castle Hill, known to Māori as Kura Tāwhiti, on the road to Arthur's Pass.
Christchurch City Tours (36)
Discover the Garden City with a local guide, from the Botanic Gardens and Avon River to the street art and architecture of the rebuilt centre.
Christchurch to Queenstown (8)
Turn the journey south into a highlight, travelling past turquoise Lake Tekapo, Aoraki/Mount Cook and the golden Mackenzie Country on the way to Queenstown.
Cycle Tours (1)
Explore Christchurch by bike with a guide, cycling flat riverside paths and leafy parks, or heading out to scenic trails on the Port Hills.
Featured Tours (7)
A hand-picked selection of the most popular and highest-rated Christchurch tours, from city sightseeing to Akaroa, Kaikōura, Lake Tekapo and the TranzAlpine.
Franz Josef Tours (2)
Cross the Southern Alps from Christchurch to the West Coast, where Franz Josef Glacier flows from snowy peaks towards temperate rainforest.
Godley Head Tours (4)
Walk the clifftops at the entrance to Lyttelton Harbour, exploring Second World War gun batteries with sweeping views over Pegasus Bay and the Port Hills.
Gondola Rides (2)
Ride a cable car to the summit of the Port Hills for sweeping views over Christchurch, Lyttelton Harbour, the Canterbury Plains and distant Alps.
Hanmer Springs Tours (6)
Relax in the alpine village of Hanmer Springs, soaking in natural hot pools surrounded by mountains, forest walks and a relaxed village atmosphere.
Helicopter Flights (13)
Take to the skies over Canterbury by helicopter, soaring above the city, the Port Hills, Banks Peninsula's volcanic bays or the snow-capped Southern Alps.
International Antarctic Centre (5)
Discover life on the frozen continent at Christchurch's Antarctic gateway, meeting rescued little blue penguins and huskies and braving a simulated polar storm.
Jet Boat Tours (4)
Skim across shallow braided rivers on a high-speed jet boat, spinning beside gravel islands with the Canterbury high country and Southern Alps beyond.
Kaikoura Tours (18)
Head up the coast to Kaikōura, where snowy mountains drop to a deep ocean canyon that draws sperm whales, dolphins, fur seals and seabirds.
Lake Tekapo Tours (17)
Visit the vivid turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo, the lakeside Church of the Good Shepherd and some of the clearest night skies on Earth.
Lord of the Rings Tours (1)
Journey into the Canterbury high country to the dramatic valley where Edoras, capital of Rohan, was built for the Lord of the Rings films.
Lyttelton Shore Excursions (16)
Make the most of your cruise stop at Lyttelton with an excursion timed around your ship, exploring Christchurch, Banks Peninsula or beyond.
Methven Hot Pools (1)
Unwind in thermal pools near the foot of Mount Hutt, soaking in warm water with views of the Canterbury foothills and snow-capped peaks.
Mount Cook Tours (18)
Journey to Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak, walking alpine valleys past glacial lakes, icebergs and towering snow-covered mountains.
Mount Hutt Tours (1)
Head to Mount Hutt for a day on the slopes, skiing or snowboarding high above the Canterbury Plains with views stretching to the coast.
Multi-Day Tours (14)
See more of the South Island on a tour lasting several days, linking mountains, lakes, glaciers and coastline with transport and accommodation arranged.
Private Tours (29)
Explore Christchurch and Canterbury with your own guide, following an itinerary built around your interests, ideal for families, couples and small groups.
Scavenger Hunts (1)
Explore central Christchurch at your own pace by solving clues on your phone, a fun way for friends and families to discover the city.
Sheep Farm Tours (2)
Experience rural New Zealand on a working farm, watching sheepdogs muster the flock, seeing shearing in action and meeting the animals up close.
Tasman Glacier Tours (1)
Cruise among floating icebergs on the terminal lake of the Tasman Glacier, New Zealand's longest, beneath the peaks of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.
Tesla Tours (2)
Travel in quiet comfort in an electric Tesla with a private driver-guide, exploring Christchurch and the surrounding countryside in style.
Train Trips (7)
Ride one of New Zealand's great rail journeys from Christchurch, crossing the Southern Alps or following the Pacific coastline past mountains and sea.
Tram Rides (1)
Ride a restored heritage tram on a narrated loop around central Christchurch, hopping on and off at landmarks, gardens and colourful New Regent Street.
Transfers (22)
Start or end your trip smoothly with a pre-booked transfer, connecting Christchurch Airport, Lyttelton cruise terminal, city hotels and South Island destinations.
TranzAlpine Train (5)
Ride the TranzAlpine across the South Island, crossing the Canterbury Plains, climbing through gorges and viaducts to Arthur's Pass and descending to the West Coast.
Waipara Wine Tours (9)
Taste North Canterbury's cool-climate Riesling and Pinot Noir at family-run cellar doors in the sheltered Waipara Valley, an hour north of Christchurch.
Walking Tours (12)
Discover Christchurch on foot with a local guide, uncovering stories of the earthquakes, the rebuild and the city's gardens, art and heritage.
Whale Watching (8)
Head to Kaikōura in search of giant sperm whales, along with dusky dolphins, fur seals and albatross, by boat or on a scenic flight.
Zipline Tours (2)
Soar through the treetops on a series of ziplines, flying between forest platforms with sweeping views over the Canterbury countryside.