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The Cathedral
Climb the narrow 134-step staircase of Christchurch's nineteenth-century Gothic cathedral for unbeatable views over the city.

Marae of the Four Winds
The informal tours around the Marae of the Four Winds compound take you through the fundamental elements of Maori culture, history and tradition - sometimes including traditional ceremonies and meals cooked in earth ovens.

Parkroyal Hotel
Christchurch's most elegant dining experience is in the Parkroyal Hotel , with top-notch New Zealand food, bluesy piano music and spectacular views onto Victoria Square adding up to a memorable night out.

The Botanic Gardens
Christchurch's luxuriant Botanic Gardens boast a dazzling display of tropical plants, rose gardens and herbs. The most entertaining way to visit is on a guided storytelling tour, incorporating Maori and European legends.

Orana Park
Orana Park is home to a range of African animals. Watching the hungry lions and tigers devour their food from the safety of a treetop observation platform is one of Christchurch's most exciting viewing experiences.

The Arts Centre
Founded in 1874 as a university and school, the regal bluestone and limestone buildings of the Arts Centre, arranged around leafy courtyards, make an impressive sight, especially at the weekend, when the place really comes alive.

Christchurch Gondola
Take a Gondola cable car to the 945m summit of Mount Cavendish for a stunning panorama of the city and surrounding area. It's especially dramatic at night.

New Regent Street
The pastel-hued facades and trellised balconies of New Regent Street provide an attractive backdrop to the city's classiest boutiques, cafés and restaurants. An agreeable place for strolling and people-watching.

New Brighton
A short bus ride from the city centre, New Brighton's swathes of sandy beaches are a pleasure ground for locals, and a fine place for swimming or sunbathing.