If you're planning to visit the South Island of New Zealand, a stay in its largest city is a must. A Christchurch hotel is a great place to park yourself as you take some time to explore the region. This city isn't called the Garden City for nothing - it's a place that begs you to slow down a little and unwind before you travel on. Even if you're travelling there for business you're sure to find a few little diversions to make your trip more pleasant.
If you need to go for a walk, besides using it as a perfect excuse to check out many of the fashionable boutiques and cafes on High St and beyond, you can also wander around enjoying some of the architecture, particularly in the Arts Centre and some of the places close by. Of course if you are at the Arts Centre you may as well cross the road and enjoy the botanical gardens where you'll be able to stroll around the beautifully cared for gardens.
Of course if you want to see the city, but don't want to walk, catch a tram instead. A pass will give you two days unlimited travel and it takes a scenic route through the city, allowing you to stop at several points along the way.
If you want to go exploring there is plenty to see, as long as you are happy to leave the confines of your Christchurch hotel. This includes taking a day's trip out to Akaroa, where you can catch a cruise and enjoy sighting the Hector Dolphins and the Blue Penguins as well as soaking in the natural beauty of the area. Coming back you can stop and look out over the bay.
The gondola, situated just out of the city is a perfect place to stop and take a break, looking out across the city and over the plains to the alps, then turning around and getting a clear view of Lyttleton Harbour and beyond. The sheer flat landscape of the city means you get an unhindered view of this lovely city.
If you've got enough energy at night, pop out to one of the many ethnic restaurants (the city's eateries do great Thai and Japanese in particular) or to the Strip where several well regarded cafes are open. Catching some theatre at the Court Theatre may be the perfect end to the night, allowing you to go get some sleep at your Christchurch hotel before starting all over again the next day.
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