Facts With a population of around 400,000 Christchurch, in Canterbury, is the South Island’s largest city, yet much of it has the feel of a small town. Perhaps that’s why it’s known as the Garden City but with the expansive Hagley Park, Botanic Gardens, Port Hills, River Avon and numerous beaches the city certainly has an open, relaxed feel that’s hard to beat. Christchurch has hundreds of entertainment and activity ideas to suit the family – the gondola ride to the top of the Port Hills is must, while Ferrymead Heritage Park is ideal for a fun filled family day out. The kids can learn to climb, kayak or make a splash in one of the great leisure centres or for a unique feel of Christchurch the family can take a ride by tram, punt or balloon. A perfect base to explore further afield, Christchurch boasts skifields within an hour’s drive, surfing in Sumner, swimming with dolphins in Akaroa or relaxing in hot natural pools in nearby Hanmer Springs. Check out Kidz Go Christchurch for activities, dining, events, skiing with kids and everything else your family will need to holiday in Christchurch.

CHRISTCHURCH FAMILY ACCOMMODATION   We've researched dozens of accommodation options for your family travel to New Zealand. Whether you're heading for a hotel, campground, holiday park, motel, holiday home, self catering apartments or kiwi farmstay, we list options that welcome famiiles. Check out our great 'family stuff' pages for heaps of extras offered by the accommodation on these pages. NOTE Where nightly rates have been specified, these are minimum prices based on accommodation for 2 adults plus one extra. Prices do vary, depending on the time of year, length of stay and seasonal offers. This is a guide only. All establishments recommend booking ahead. We advise you to personally contact establishments for up to date information to suit the accommodation needs of your family.  

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