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Arthur's Pass walking track.

11 Walks to Do in Canterbury (And Where to Reward Yourself After)

Now’s the time to get out and explore all Canterbury has to offer, both in the outdoors and the towns that make this region so special.

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Explore New Zealand's most beautiful street

A stroll down colourful, pedestrianised New Regent Street in Christchurch will instantly transport you to a bygone era.

22 places

Two left turns from the city

This innovative and quirky accommodation features my favourite cornerstones of New Zealand culture: a DIY attitude, top notch Kiwi hospitality and an authentic focus on sustainability.

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Where to find the best coffee in the Salt District

Head to the Salt District for your coffee fix. We guarantee you'll find your next local.

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Barefoot Eatery

20 Welles Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

Grab your mates, your mum, your bubs and even your dog, and head down to Barefoot Eatery at The Welder to discover a nourishing and fun café experience.

Looking through a window to florals and interior.

Beauty at the Tannery

Shop 19, The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston, Christchurch

Beauty at the Tannery specialises in all your beauty essentials. The treatment menu is overflowing with exciting options for your body and face.

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Black Estate

614 Omihi Road, Waipara

A winery, tasting room and restaurant, Black Estate is famous not only for its organic and biodynamic wines but its refreshing approach to food.

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Christchurch Adventure Park

225 Worsleys Road Canterbury, Cracroft, Christchurch

Christchurch’s innately unique adventure park is a tranquil escape for those seeking more than just thrills.

The historic house in the farmers market.

Christchurch Farmers Market

16 Kahu Rd

One of the best food markets in Christchurch.

Open float pod.

Cloud9 Float Club

1/65 Mandeville Street, Riccarton, Christchurch

The only flotation therapy centre in Christchurch, Cloud9 Float Club offers a truly unique experience to its growing clientele.

Inside of Food for Thought store.

Food for Thought

Shop 59b The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road, Woolston., Located on the Boardwalk

Whether you need to restock your whole pantry or are after a specific sustainable option, Food For Thought covers all the bases and gives shoppers an opportunity to reduce their ecological footprint in a way that just makes sense.

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French Bay House

113 Rue Jolie, Akaroa

A sprawling, idyllic guest house steeped in local history and offering genuine hospitality.

The wine maker testing the wine.

Georges Road Wines

625 Mount Brown Road, RD2, Waipara

If you like great wine, stunning scenery and a quick escape from the city head to Georges Road Wines in Waipara.

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Little High Lanes

Lanes in the Salt District, Enter off High Street, Tuam Street, St Asaph or Lichfield.

Little High Lanes is an eclectic blend of food, fashion and industry.

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Nicola Quinn Beauty and Day Spa

209 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch

For indulgence from your head down to your toes, pop along to this Merivale day spa.

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Okuti Garden

216 Okuti Valley Road, Okuti Valley

A garden for creating, learning, playing and celebrating. And a garden you can stay in.

A waiting area inside O-Studio.

O-Studio

14/26 Welles Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

An unique concept, O-Studio is the work of three locals with a wide array of experiences in the world of sport, meditation, yoga and well-being.

A bedroom made up for guests.

Ōtoromiro Hotel

52 Main Road, Governors Bay

Founded in 1870, the hotel still stands in all it’s colonial beauty, featuring seven fully-renovated guest rooms some with sea views and balcony access.

Riverside market by the Avon

Riverside Market

96 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

This unique Christchurch establishment brings fresh produce, artisan bakeries, independent food stalls, rooftop bars and restaurants, high-class retail and eclectic market stalls all under one roof.

Alpacas eating on the Banks Peninsula.

Shamarra Alpacas

328 Wainui Main Road, Akaroa

Shamarra Alpacas offers a one of a kind alpaca experience.

The exterior of the silos.

SiloStay

State Highway 75, 4243 Christchurch Akaroa Road, Little River

Looking for somewhere to stay in Little River? Built from tall, corrugated silos, these eco-friendly apartments are unmissable.

Shop door at the Arts Centre and black place sign.

Skin Space

Christchurch

Skin Space is a natural skincare apothecary and treatment space stocking top-quality natural skin products and make-up for the conscious consumer.

Inside the Tack Rooms.

The Tack Rooms

365 Montreal Street, Christchurch

In these uncertain times, The Tack Rooms is the ideal place to find a cocoon to make your own.

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Total Body Concept

188 Salisbury Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

Located in an ultra modern and purpose-built clinic, Total Body Concept has specialised staff and an enticing menu of treatments.

Harry Potter stairs at Turanga.

Tūranga

60 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

It’s not often that grand designs are plucked from the mind’s eye and brought to life. At Tūranga they are, every day.

The girls from Two Raw Sisters.

Two Raw Sisters

Welles Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

Sisters Margo and Rosa Flanagan have made it their business to help others reap the benefits of whole foods and plant based cooking in a way that makes sense for modern living.

A teacher at yoga.

Uprising

199 Ferry Road, Waltham, Christchurch

A one stop shop for yoga whether you’re just starting out or have been practicing for years.

A man on the race track.

Velocity Karts

Bexley Reserve, Pages Road entry opposite 499 Pages Road, Bexley, Christchurch

Outrageous fun for all ages and abilities.

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