Christchurch & Canterbury Archives

Short break, weekend getaway escape to Christchurch

New zealand short break in christchurch with a perfect location to tap into the best the South island offers from ...

What’s so great about Diamond Harbour

Diamond Harbour there are plenty of things to do. Discover a quiet corner of the Lyttelton Harbour. Diamond Harbour ...

Punt the Avon River, kayak Lyttelton Harbour or splash around the Groynes

Christchurch water sports take the slow lane. Not a jet ski or jet boat in sight, rather it’s elegant Edwardian ...

Christchurch eat and drink in style, 5 heritage places, great views

Foodie treats, high tea or a leisurely brunch in beautiful surroundings is the stuff of holiday memories. ...

Lyttelton, Canterbury attractions, things to do and places to visit

Lyttelton offers plenty of things to do with galleries, shops wrapped around the historic main street.The eclectic ...

Geraldine things to do & see

Unwrap charming Geraldine. Delve into Geraldine’s flourishing arts scene and heritage buildings as you explore mid ...

Ashburton things to do & see

Discover Selwyn. Ashburton is a jumping off point to explore inland Canterbury Darfield, the braided Rakaia River ...

Stoddart Cottage, Diamond Harbour art & heritage

Heritage meets art in a beautifully restored Stoddart colonial cottage. The birthplace of well known Canterbury ...

Christchurch art galleries, artisan outlets & art scene

Delve into an exploration of Christchurch’s world class public art gallery and museums. Walk among inspirational ...

Christchurch brunch, lunch 7 places to eat

Discover where the locals brunch. Hang out in Sydenham enjoying a leisurely brunch at Hello Sunday or browse ...

Christchurch nightlife

Christchurch nightlife is a speak-easy bar, a basement that is hard to find, a rooftop bar with a view and a ...

In a day Hanmer Springs

Take a scenic drive through rolling farmland, past tempting North Canterbury wineries and onto sub-alpine high ...

Christchurch 14 top picnic spots

Rediscover the impromptu feel of a picnic. The sense of adventure, getting away from it all is the stuff of ...

Best 6 short walks in Christchurch

Discover Christchurch walks from Avon River loop to Quail Island shipwreck trail. Find the reimagined Halswell ...

Christchurch romantic places, couples things to do

Discover Christchurch, a city with romance in its revitalised soul. Find the glorious Antigua boat sheds, walk ...

Christchurch the odd, the unusual and fascinating

Delve into strange, odd or unique things in Christchurch. View a poignant 185 empty chairs memorial to the ...

Christchurch market hopping and shopping

Nothing beats a good holiday as a chance to indulge in retail therapy. Find out where the locals shop from street ...

Akaroa 7 street food destinations

On holiday it’s often about getting to the place on your bucket list with the option of an impromptu picnic or ...

Christchurch things to do for free

Discover the sheer diversity of things to do for free from enormous lego pieces in the Imagination Station of the ...

Christchurch foodie tours, foraging and cooking workshops

Try something different. Find out what makes the local food scene tick with a behind the look at chef’s store ...

North Canterbury, Hurunui wine and food trail

Indulge in a wine and food trail. The bonus is a heritage train. North Canterbury Waipara Valley and district is a ...

What’s so great about Waimate

Waimate there are plenty of things to do. Waimate is a short detour off state highway 1 where visitors get to ...

Hanmer Springs Travel Guide

Hammer Spring is a beautiful town located in the Canterbury region of the South Island of New Zealand that has a ...

Christchurch travel guide

Discover a repurposed city with exciting contemporary architecture alongside restored heritage buildings. Find how ...

MacKenzie Country – Alpine South Island

MacKenzie country attractions, things to do from Mount Aoraki (Cook), the Hooker walking track and alpine lakes. ...

10 things to do in Timaru

Discover Timaru, take a detour off State Highway one. Find delicious custard squares, cuteness personified in ...

Towns in the MacKenzie country

Mount Aoraki [Cook], the Hooker walking trail, the alpine lakes there is so much to do and see in the MacKenize ...

31 Things to Do in Oamaru: A Guide to the Town’s Best Attractions and Activities

Uncover an authentic Victorian precinct while exploring the imaginative fantasy steampunk world of vintage parts, ...

Akaroa cemeteries, cultural forays into the past

Discover reimagined Frenchness wrapped in a contemporary Aoteoaroa New Zealand visitor experience. Indulge in a ...

10 holiday ideas for families in Akaroa

Holidays with kids Akaroa is an ideal holiday destination for local and overseas visitors due to the mix of ...

7 outdoor inspirations Hurunui

Unearth North Canterbury Hurunui charms. While Hanmer is the star of the district this isjust part of the story of ...

9 Hurunui campsites & budget accommodation ideas

Largely classic camping grounds with basic shared facilities from bathrooms, toilets and communal cooking. For ...

9 favourite public parks and gardens to visit in Christchurch

Gardens continue to stir the imagination and contribute to a sense of peace. For families gardens with play areas ...

Hurunui scenic road trip routes what to see and best things to do

Uncover the hidden corners of Hurunui, north Canterbury. Either a quick day trip from Christchurch or leisurely ...

Hanmer Springs nine must do activities for families & kids

Discover the buzz of a resort town. Yet Hanmer manages to be charming with the beauty of the surrounding providing ...

What’s so great about Burkes Pass

Burkes Pass there are plenty of things to do. Pre-European Maori regularly travelled through the area to the rich ...

What’s so great about Cheviot

Cheviot there are plenty of things to do. Cheviot Museum is an excellent place to fossick around for local history. ...

8 places to go camping on Banks Peninsula

New Zealand South Island Banks Peninsula is a perfect getaway from the crowds camping destination. Akaroa is a ...

What’s so great about Hurunui River Mouth

Hurunui Mouth there are plenty of things to do. There are no shops, supermarkets, petrol stations or facilities and ...

Great Alpine Highway 73, day trip to Arthurs Pass

The Great Alpine Highway is a day spent exploring natural landscapes from impressive karst rock formations to ...

Day trip Duntroon: natural history and wildlife

Ancient rock formations created before dinosaurs walked the earth, a vanished world where fossiled shells narrate ...

Christchurch street art journey

A Christchurch visitor highlight for art lovers is a walking tour of the street art that emerged after the ...

Christchurch holiday inspiration for families

Start the day with a staple. Ice cream for everyone while you pore over the latest brochures and pamphlets from the ...

Christchurch day trip to Hurunui region, North Canterbury

Early spring to mid autumn to fully experience the outdoors. For the dedicated wine trail buff year round cosy ...

What’s so great about Weka Pass

Weka Pass there are plenty of things to do. Evocative names such as Frog Rock make you want to check out the place. ...