Orientation

The “Garden City” of New Zealand, Christchurch is a place of history, colour and atmosphere. Christchurch is the largest city on South Island and the main gateway to the many attractions in the South of New Zealand. Christchurch has an active arts scenes, many attractions, good shopping and well established gardens. Within two hours of Christchurch you can ski, bike, raft, ride in a hot air balloon, watch whales and visit gardens, harbours and mountains.

Christchurch city centre is compact with the River Avon flowing through with grassy banks and walkways. Christchurch parks and gardens are one of the main attractions.