Carefully planned by city forefathers with a penchant for neatness, the grid-like streets of Christchurch radiate from a bustling urban heart where heritage buildings stand side-by-side with modern architectural treasures. Beyond lie a myriad of suburbs with distinctive personalities: from hip Merivale to buzzing Riccarton, quirky Lyttelton to beachside Sumner.

City Centre You could spend days wandering the streets of Christchurch and still have exciting things to discover.

Local Around the suburbs are some great little eateries, pubs, cafés and boutiques, each with its own special charm.

Greater Christchurch Grab a takeaway coffee and take a drive to discover parts of Canterbury that aren’t on your regular itinerary.