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Welcome to Christchurch and Canterbury, in New Zealand's South Island

The fresh, Canterbury air energizes you. The mountains and outdoor experiences refresh you. The breathtaking, natural beauty renews you.

With the New Year here, and summer heating up, get out and enjoy the sunshine in Christchurch and Canterbury now!

Christchurch is a stylish and contemporary city – 19th century buildings, and extensive gardens provide a striking backdrop for the vibrant scene of the "The Garden City".  Wander through the central city where you will uncover some of the Christchurch’s best shopping and cuisine.

Christchurch is part of an incredibly diverse region – Canterbury. Travel north for thermal hot pools, world class wineries and ocean wildlife encounters. Head west and experience a train journey through the magnificent Southern Alps. Head south and discover our beautiful high country, topped off by Aoraki Mt Cook, Australasia’s tallest mountain.

We warmly invite you to explore our region and create some wonderful memories!

Check out the accommodation available in Christchurch and Canterbury.

Canterbury Weather

Fair

22°C

Wind: NW at 11 km/h

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