Christchurch and Canterbury can claim to offer more activities, attractions and scenic variation in close proximity than anywhere else in the world.
Our team at Christchurch TOP 10 are always happy to help advise you on ideas and activities and help with making any bookings you may require. Feel free to ask.
In the meantime, this list covers some of the many things you can do from your base at Christchurch TOP 10 Holiday Park.
Around 15 minutes drive
- Addington Raceway (trotting)
- Air Force Museum
- Alpine Ice Sports & Entertainment Centre
- Antigua Boatsheds - Canoe hire for a gentle row down the peaceful Avon River
- Christchurch City Art Gallery - free access to the City collections, along with visiting exhibitions
- Botanic Gardens - free gardens in the centre of the city
- CaddyShack City - Indoor mini golf
- Canterbury Museum - free access to some of the region's historical artifacts
- Chipmunks Adventure Playground - for children, located across the road from Christchurch TOP 10
- Christchurch Casino - New Zealand's first casino, centrally located
- Helipro - for flightseeing over the city
- Clearwater Golf Resort - 18 rounds in beautiful surrounds, plus full restaurant and bar facilities
- Garden City Bowl - ten pin bowling
- International Antarctic Centre - one of the city's top attractions, located at Christchurch International Airport
- Ko Tane Maori Cultural Experience at Willowbank
- Laserstrike - family fun, indoors
- Orana Wildlife Park - see the lions, giraffes, monkeys and other exotic and native animals
- Pioneer DC3 Flights - fly over Christchurch in a historic DC3
- Pirates Island Adventure Golf - themed mini golf
- Punting on the Avon - a leisurely ride down the Avon
- QEII Leisure Centre - full indoor Olympic size swimming pool, themed areas, hydroslide, training pools, squash courts and fitness centre
- Riccarton Sunday Market - runs from 9am - 2pm each Sunday
- Russley Golf Club
- Science Alive - for children, activities and exploration with a science base
- Sky Diving - take the plunge with a tandem skydive and see Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains in a unique way
- Southern Encounter Aquarium and Kiwi House - located in Cathedral Square and a great family attraction
- Superkarts - if you have a need for speed, go-karting is a great option
- Tamaki Heritage Village
- The Arts Centre - full of artists, craftspeople, the Court Theatre and home to the weekend Arts Centre Market, every Saturday and Sunday
- Vintage Tram - catch the tram around the central city
- Jet Boat Rides - for thrills on the water in the stunning Waimak Gorge
- Willowbank Wildlife Reserve - your chance to see a kiwi close up - guaranteed!
Around 30 minutes drive
- Gondola - ride the gondola up the Port Hills and enjoy the view of Banks Peninsula and Christchurch from the restaurants, plus discover the volcanic history of the region
- Farm Tours - there are plenty of options for farm tours, giving you a real first hand taste of New Zealand farmlife
- Ferrymead Historic Park - ride the steam train and get a taste for life in early Christchurch
- Lyttelton Harbour Nature Cruises - cruise Lyttelton harbour and enjoy the marine wildlife as well as an insight into the history of the area
- Maori Heritage Village - at Ferrymead, this new attraction provides a unique experience
- Riccarton Race Course (Gallops)
- Surfing and swimming at Sumner Beach or Taylors Mistake - Christchurch has great beaches for the whole family to enjoy
Within 60 minutes drive
- Akaroa Dolphin Cruises - based from Akaroa on Banks Peninsula, a great chance to see marine wildlife and seabirds close up
- Akaroa - Swim with Dolphins - your chance to get into the water with the playful and rare Hector's Dolphins
- Akaroa - Black Cat Nature Cruises
- Canterbury Kayak Adventures - kayak tours, Lyttelton Harbour - half day or full day
- Horse Treks - various operators provide horse treks in the areas outside the city, including Banks Peninsula
- Hot Air Ballooning - another unique way to see Christchurch and the Canterbury plains
- Rangitata Rafts - heading south of the city to beautiful Geraldine and enjoys some thrills on a white water raft ride
- Trout & Salmon Fishing - Canterbury has many rivers and streams perfect for fishing
- Waipara Wines - head north to the winery region of Waipara and sample some of the best wines Canterbury has on offer
- Weka Pass Historic Railway - close to the Waipara wine trail, one for the family and steam train enthusiasts
90 - 120 minutes drive
- Thrill Seekers Adventures offer you a multi-pass to jetboat, bungy, rafting and quad bikes, or just book an individual adventure
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Day Spa - great for the whole family to enjoy -
- Terrace Downs High Country Golf Resort south of the city - located in the beautiful Rakaia Gorge
- High Country 4WD Tours - take to the hills on a guided four wheel drive tour and see parts of the country you can never see from the sealed roads
- Whale Watch, Kaikoura - a stunning experience with Sperm Whales and other marine mammals on the South Island's East coast
