Christchurch Architectural Marvels: Private Walking Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Christchurch Architectural Marvels: Private Walking Tour

Duration: 2 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Canterbury, Christchurch
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  • 2 hours
  • Christchurch
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Christchurch’s cultural and natural wonders with our curated walking tour. Begin at the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, a lush haven boasting over 250 varieties of plants, a Victorian-style greenhouse with tropical flora, and opportunities for birdwatching, especially cormorants during spring. Next, pass by the Canterbury Museum, home to impressive exhibits showcasing Antarctic finds and Maori heritage. Continue to the Christchurch Art Gallery, which houses over 6,000 exhibits and renowned for its family-friendly activities, ensuring an enriching cultural experience. Stroll through Cathedral Square, a vibrant hub offering a vibrant ambiance. Lastly, marvel at the Cardboard Cathedral, a transitional masterpiece and recipient of the 2014 Pritzker Architecture Prize. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, art lover, or architecture buff, this tour promises a delightful exploration of Christchurch’s diverse attractions.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Ave, Christchurch New Zealand

The central garden has over 250 varieties and is gorgeous in full bloom. There is also a big Victorian-style greenhouse with lots of tropical plants. For those who like bird watching, you should look for cormorants during spring, like the fertile wood pigeons.



Duration: 19 minutes

Stop At: Canterbury Museum at CoCA, 66 Gloucester Street, Christchurch 8013 New Zealand

The museum's main attractions include artifacts from Antarctica finds and the impressive displays of Maori heritage at the Iwi Tawhito and Nga Taonga galleries. Over the past 15 years, the museum has attracted many visitors. The museum's curators are been internationally recognized for their research.

Duration: 18 minutes

Stop At: Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu), Worcester Blvd & Montreal St, Christchurch 8140 New Zealand

The museum has more than 6,000 exhibits that form the foundation for the collection. The museum is known for its family-friendly activities. So ask in advance if you're passing through Christchurch and make sure you don't miss out.

Duration: 18 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral Square, Christchurch New Zealand

You can visit the square and enjoy public art performances or play a game of chess. There is also a wide selection of food, where you can choose ethnic food, vegetarian food, and local food from food trucks or restaurants or even drink a cup of fresh coffee.

Duration: 18 minutes

Stop At: Cardboard Cathedral, 234 Hereford St, Christchurch 8011 New Zealand

It is a transitional temple listed as one of the most important places to visit in Christchurch. If you are an architect or even just looking for something extraordinary, then Cardboard Cathedral is worth visiting. The building is also a must-see and won the 2014 Pritzker Architecture Prize.

Duration: 18 minutes

Inclusions
  • Professional local guide services

Exclusions
  • Canterbury Museum Admission fee
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand


Return Details

Cardboard Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

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Duration

2 hours


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