Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake Stories
In Christchurch
From
£11
pp
2h 0 mins · 4.9 (34)
Discover Christchurch on a small-group walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide who brings the city’s story to life.
This experience goes beyond a typical sightseeing walk.
You’ll hear first-hand accounts of the 2011 earthquake, understand how the city has rebuilt, and explore the ideas shaping Christchurch’s future.
As you walk through the central city, you’ll visit key landmarks while also uncovering hidden gems that most visitors miss. Along the way, your guide shares engaging stories, local insights, and personal perspectives that make the experience both informative and memorable.
With a small group size, the tour is interactive and relaxed, giving you the chance to ask questions and get tailored recommendations for your stay.
This tour is ideal for first-time visitors wanting an authentic introduction to Christchurch, as well as returning travellers looking to better understand the city’s unique character.
Free cancellation
What's included
- All the areas and sites we visit are free of any additional charges.
Itinerary
- to be entered (3 min) Admission included
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- to be entered (7 min) Admission included
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- New Zealand's largest concentration of grade 1 Heritage buildings. This was the home of Canterbury College, Boys and Girls High but has been repurposed as an arts centre to respect its past - now with 40+ tenants with an arts flavour. It's fabulous! (7 min) Admission included
- Einstein described Ernest Rutherford as a "second Newton" who "tunneled into the very material of God". This was a tribute to Rutherford's foundational discoveries about the atom's structure, particularly his model of a dense, central nucleus, which is considered one of the most significant and practical insights in the history of physics. Here we'll see the actual den in which Rutherford conducted his first experiments that was the beginning of nuclear science. (5 min) Admission included
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Look for us with the PURPLE umbrella! This archway walking only bridge is on the corner of Cashel Street and Oxford Terrace. It is perhaps the most central of city iconic places so pretty much all locals can point you in the right direction.
End point
We finish at the Christchurch Arts Centre - the original home of Canterbury College - the home to New Zealand's most historical cluster of historic buildings.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Christchurch ESSENTIALS Walking Tour
- Max group size
- 16 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–10
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 2 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.