Guidebook for Christchurch
Sightseeing
Famous Tranz Alpine day trip to Westcoast though Arthur's Pass National Park - fabulous all year round, and a special white Winter treat. 08:15am daily departure and returning at 18:05pm
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Christchurch Railway Station
Famous Tranz Alpine day trip to Westcoast though Arthur's Pass National Park - fabulous all year round, and a special white Winter treat. 08:15am daily departure and returning at 18:05pm
For the best view in Christchurch to Banks Peninsula and Southern Alps a trip up the Gondola is a day trip must 10am – 8pm daily (27 December – 24 January) 10am-5.00pm rest of year.
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Christchurch Gondola
For the best view in Christchurch to Banks Peninsula and Southern Alps a trip up the Gondola is a day trip must 10am – 8pm daily (27 December – 24 January) 10am-5.00pm rest of year.
Only 43 minute's Drive 10am - 5pm. Meet Tino the baby Rhino, Fatah, Fuzo & Mahali the Gorillas & travel though the lion reserve - Don't forget to feed the Giraffe & Lemahs & if your brave the Tigers
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Mcleans Island
793 McLeans Island RdOnly 43 minute's Drive 10am - 5pm. Meet Tino the baby Rhino, Fatah, Fuzo & Mahali the Gorillas & travel though the lion reserve - Don't forget to feed the Giraffe & Lemahs & if your brave the Tigers
The rebirth of Christchurch since the 2010 & 2011 Earthquakes has seen some interesting New projects to help us through. The Transitional Cathedral is no exception & tantamount to the recovery.
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Christchurch Transitional Cathedral
234 Hereford StThe rebirth of Christchurch since the 2010 & 2011 Earthquakes has seen some interesting New projects to help us through. The Transitional Cathedral is no exception & tantamount to the recovery.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Summer: 9am – 6pm (1st October to 31st March)
Winter: 10am – 4pm (1st April to 30th September)
Park Landing Site: Antigua Boat Sheds, 2 Cambridge Terrace.
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Punting op de Avon
2 Cambridge TerraceBOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Summer: 9am – 6pm (1st October to 31st March)
Winter: 10am – 4pm (1st April to 30th September)
Park Landing Site: Antigua Boat Sheds, 2 Cambridge Terrace.
Everything Else
From Surf to Snow catch the early Purple Bus at intersection of Esplanade/Marriner to make the Snowman Shuttle at Ferrymead. Check times, though best to leave Sumner by 6.20am.
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Porters Ski Area
From Surf to Snow catch the early Purple Bus at intersection of Esplanade/Marriner to make the Snowman Shuttle at Ferrymead. Check times, though best to leave Sumner by 6.20am.
Catch the Purple Bus http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/timetables/Pages/Timetable.aspx?routeid=P ONLY 2 minutes walk from BaySide
4 Marriner Street
4 Marriner StreetCatch the Purple Bus http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/timetables/Pages/Timetable.aspx?routeid=P ONLY 2 minutes walk from BaySide
A fun and challenging walk up the zig zag is must for the able bodied and rewarded by spectacular views over Sumner, Pegasus Bay and beyond - pick a clear sunny day or early morning for the walk
Brownlee Reserve
69 Panorama RoadA fun and challenging walk up the zig zag is must for the able bodied and rewarded by spectacular views over Sumner, Pegasus Bay and beyond - pick a clear sunny day or early morning for the walk
The great Christchurch tradition - 'fish n chips' at Scarborough park by the clocktower. Paddle in the paddle pools with the kids and play in the fully equipt playground
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Scarborough Park
147 EsplanadeThe great Christchurch tradition - 'fish n chips' at Scarborough park by the clocktower. Paddle in the paddle pools with the kids and play in the fully equipt playground
The Tannery is a great destination place of boutique shops, bars and restaurants. A fun place to spend some time with family and friends. Don't pass up on Gustav's Kitchen.
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The Tannery
3 Garlands RdThe Tannery is a great destination place of boutique shops, bars and restaurants. A fun place to spend some time with family and friends. Don't pass up on Gustav's Kitchen.
When the Surf is Up, Taylors can be the pick of beaches to be. This is a patrolled beach and also a great base for parking to set off on the Godley Head walk
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Taylors Mistake
When the Surf is Up, Taylors can be the pick of beaches to be. This is a patrolled beach and also a great base for parking to set off on the Godley Head walk
Explore the village with its colonial architecture, galleries, craft stores, and cafés. Relax or take part in the many activities that are on offer. 1.34hrs Drivetime
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Akaroa
Explore the village with its colonial architecture, galleries, craft stores, and cafés. Relax or take part in the many activities that are on offer. 1.34hrs Drivetime
Relaxing rock pools, soothing sulphur pools - at a range of temperatures. Plus a kids activity pool, lazy river, water slides. garden picnic areas a cafe.
1.55hrs drivetime
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Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
42 Amuri AveRelaxing rock pools, soothing sulphur pools - at a range of temperatures. Plus a kids activity pool, lazy river, water slides. garden picnic areas a cafe.
1.55hrs drivetime
Food Scene
If you like Indian Food it is only 3 minutes walk from your apartment Suite. Indian Sumner has a reputation for great Indian Food by Dilip and Vanta 326-4777
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Indian Sumner
11A Wakefield AveIf you like Indian Food it is only 3 minutes walk from your apartment Suite. Indian Sumner has a reputation for great Indian Food by Dilip and Vanta 326-4777
It's Quaint, Cosy and friendly and the food is Superb 03 326 4774
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Salt Bar & Cafe
26 Marriner StIt's Quaint, Cosy and friendly and the food is Superb 03 326 4774
Nice stroll along the Esplanade to Scarborough Watch the surfers or join them then breakfast at Ocean Cafe - MON-THU - 8.30am to 3.30-4pm FRI - 8.30am til 7-8pm
SAT-SUN - 8am - 5pm +64 3 326 7923
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Scarborough Fare
147 EsplanadeNice stroll along the Esplanade to Scarborough Watch the surfers or join them then breakfast at Ocean Cafe - MON-THU - 8.30am to 3.30-4pm FRI - 8.30am til 7-8pm
SAT-SUN - 8am - 5pm +64 3 326 7923
Great authentic Mexican dining for a fun night out and reasonable priced food in this licensed restaurant- Wednesday to Sunday 5.30 till Late
03-326 6899
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The Headless Mexican
43 Nayland StGreat authentic Mexican dining for a fun night out and reasonable priced food in this licensed restaurant- Wednesday to Sunday 5.30 till Late
03-326 6899
Only restaurant in Christchurch actually on the beach. 1 minute walk from your apartment suite. The food is good and the staff are friendly. Nice casual atmosphere.
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Beach Bar
25 EsplanadeOnly restaurant in Christchurch actually on the beach. 1 minute walk from your apartment suite. The food is good and the staff are friendly. Nice casual atmosphere.
Great Pizza Restaurant & Bar - Big Open plan friendly family dinning all year round
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Winnie Bagoes Ferrymead
2 Waterman PlGreat Pizza Restaurant & Bar - Big Open plan friendly family dinning all year round
Arts & Culture
Only 2 minutes walk and your at the movies - May the Force be with You.
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Hollywood Theatre
28 Marriner StOnly 2 minutes walk and your at the movies - May the Force be with You.
Essentials
Redcliffs New World has reopened just prior to Christmas 2015
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Four Square Redcliffs
188 Main RdRedcliffs New World has reopened just prior to Christmas 2015
Just 4 minutes walk - Your local Groceries Store has all the basics + more
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SuperValue Sumner
43 Nayland StJust 4 minutes walk - Your local Groceries Store has all the basics + more
Shopping
Stoked surf snow & style
Tuawera TerraceSurf & Snow gear and Hire 03-326 7444