North island walks Archives

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 ...

Riverside Market, foodie treats, cafes and shops by the Avon River

Riverside Market is Christchurch’s new hip indoor destination with a farmers market vibe and indoor setting ...

Steam Scene bush tramway and steam engine exhibitions and display

Fascinated by the Industrial Revolution and the early machines that powered the world into the modern economy then ...

Orana Wildlife Park attractions and things to do

Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand’s only open range zoo. The Park has been developed as an open range sanctuary ...

Ferrymead Heritage Park attractions and things to do

Ferrymead Historic Park, is an ethnographic museum, restored buildings and vintage trains and other forms of ...

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve activities and attractions

Discover what it takes to be a New Zealand wildlife celebrity. ● Feathers, flight optional ● A bird that ...

Christchurch holiday inspiration for families

Kids start your Christchurch holiday with a staple. Ice cream for everyone while you pore over the latest brochures ...

Christchurch New Brighton Beachside Playground attractions

Find an imaginative playground located near a beach, an interesting pier and cafes is a recipe in family heaven for ...

Margaret Mahy Playground and other Christchurch play areas for kids of all ages

The premier Margaret Mahy playground has top billing in 10 spectacular children's playgrounds, things to see & do. ...

TranzAlpine rail journey

Relax and absorb the diverse scenery on the TranzAlpine rail journey. Kiwi Rail’s scenic train day trip from ...

Christchurch, New Brighton Beach Hot Pools attraction, things to do

Soak in the ocean views from one of five luxurious hot pools at He Puna Taimona New Brighton Hot Pools, ...

Christchurch New Brighton attractions

Christchurch New Brighton seaside suburb delivers plenty of things to do from salt-water hot pools to an amusing ...