Christchurch (Lyttelton) Cruise Guide
Overview
The Canterbury Region is scenic and spectacular, with its picture postcard Mount Cook, snow-covered mountains near the Tasman glacier and beautiful lakes. Christchurch is a quietly elegant city, graced with gardens and historic buildings, best enjoyed by foot, tram or boat cruises.
Sightseeing
Take in the spectacular views of Christchurch, Lyttleton Harbour, the Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains on the gondola ride to the summit of Port Hills. For excursions from Christchurch, the nearby Banks Peninsula has a number of excellent beaches and bays suitable for swimming and other watersports. Explore historic houses, villages and castles along the Dorset coastline.
Christchurch is a popular base for outdoor activities in the South Island, such as cycling, rock climbing, hiking, skiing, sailing, kayaking and hot air ballooning.
Highlights
• River Avon
• Old Canterbury University
• Canterbury Museum
• Christchurch Art Gallery
• Holy Trinity Church, Canterbury
• Lyttelton Timeball Station Museum
• Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa
• Kaikura Fur Seal Colony
• Mount Cook
• Tasman Glacier
Tourist Information
Old Chief Post Office, Cathedral Square, Box 2600, Christchurch, NZ
Tel: +64 3379 9629.
Website: www.christchurchnz.com
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