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Ranked #1 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Great views“ 16/05/2013
- ”HOLIDAY STAY ASPEN COURT MOTEL KAIKOUR...“ 15/05/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #2 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Cutest best free activity in the whole...“ 17/05/2013
- ”Not to be missed“ 17/05/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #3 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Heaven !“ 21/05/2013
- ”Beautiful scenery and majestic“ 19/05/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #4 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Marvellous“ 22/05/2013
- ”Kids Shows A Hit!“ 17/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #5 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Beautiful“ 30/04/2013
- ”The postcard lake of New Zealand!“ 29/04/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #6 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”A little piece of heaven“ 18/05/2013
- ”Drive to Akaroa“ 17/05/2013
Category: Geologic Formations
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Banks Peninsula near Christchurch, New Zealand is a must see for its stunning views, beautiful bays and quirky campgrounds....
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Banks Peninsula near Christchurch, New Zealand is a must see for its stunning views, beautiful bays and quirky campgrounds. Little River is the gateway to the peninsula. The township has a hotel/pub, 2 cafes, a petrol station, art gallery, craft store and small museum. There are B&Bs, plus the Little River Campground in Okuti Valley Road. They have affordable campervan parks with power, cabins and tentsites set beside a river. The southern bays have some of the best surf, if you know the secret spots as well as good, safe swimming beaches, walking tracks and the Little River Rail Trail. It is a a place that is often over looked as tourists head to Akaroa. If you want to experience more than the usual, to get off the beaten track and really explore, ask at the craft station, which has an info centre.
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Ranked #7 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Beautiful place“ 19/05/2013
- ”Absolutely Beautiful“ 15/05/2013
Category: Gardens
This garden is home to the best collection of exotic and indigenous plants in New Zealand.
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Ranked #8 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Hard to give less than 5 stars despite...“ 11/05/2013
- ”Favorite place in NZ!“ 09/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #9 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”A high point of our NZ holiday, and th...“ 12/05/2013
- ”Scenic trip!“ 04/05/2013
Category: Scenic Railroads
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Tranz Scenic is New Zealand’s only long distance passenger train network. We take passengers across New Zealand in comfort...
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Tranz Scenic is New Zealand’s only long distance passenger train network. We take passengers across New Zealand in comfort and style through some of the most scenic areas of the North and South Islands. It is an experience not just a journey. We have the Overlander train connecting Auckland and Wellington, the Coastal Pacific between Picton and Christchurch and the world famous TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Greymouth.The Coastal Pacific departs daily from Christchurch passing through Kaikoura and Marlborough regions before arriving in the sea port township of Picton and connecting with the Interislander ferry.
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Ranked #10 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Quirky & cute“ 15/05/2013
- ”What price art?“ 28/04/2013
Category: Tours; Gardens
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The Giant's House - A historic Akaroa house with original artworks, terraced gardens with sculptures and mosaics. Very...
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The Giant's House - A historic Akaroa house with original artworks, terraced gardens with sculptures and mosaics. Very Unique. A creative feast and a wonderful experience. Romantic secluded and quiet, but only a few minutes walk to the centre of Akaroa.The Giant's House was the first bank managers house in Akaroa, built 1880 of totara and kauri. It is grand in size, proportions, and features. Elegant and comfortable, it is designed and decorated in the french style. Being the home of an artist it balances and contrasts the historic and contemporary. Both the house and terraced gardens are full of surprises -expect the unexpected at The Giant's House!
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Ranked #11 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”A very memorable experience“ 21/05/2013
- ”Absolute paradise!!“ 21/05/2013
Category: Horseback Riding Stables
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Ranked #12 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”feel the serenity“ 07/05/2013
- ”A beautiful spot so close to the city“ 15/04/2013
Category: Geologic Formations; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #13 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Very innovative.“ 20/05/2013
- ”Awesome!“ 19/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Shopping centres
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Ranked #14 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Beautiful Park“ 15/05/2013
- ”Beautiful!“ 13/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #15 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Cute and lively“ 22/05/2013
- ”So many seals!!“ 22/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #16 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Excellent views“ 19/04/2013
- ”Excellent short walk“ 17/04/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #17 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Pretty walks“ 18/05/2013
- ”Gloriously peaceful and idyllic“ 21/04/2013
Category: Forests
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Ranked #18 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Beautiful“ 21/05/2013
- ”Must see“ 19/05/2013
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #19 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Well worth a visit!“ 22/05/2013
- ”Dont miss this!“ 21/05/2013
Category: Military Museums; Museums
The Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum in Christchurch is a “must see” for anyone even remotely interested in military aviation. The museum is extremely well laid out and... more »
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Ranked #20 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Great museum“ 22/05/2013
- ”Well worth a visit.“ 20/05/2013
Category: History Museums
Travel back in time through numerous exhibits of the Canterbury regions cultural and natural history.
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Ranked #21 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Great train ride“ 20/05/2013
- ”What a trip“ 17/05/2013
Category: Scenic Railroads; Trams
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Tranz Scenic is New Zealand’s only long distance passenger train network. We take passengers across New Zealand in comfort...
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Tranz Scenic is New Zealand’s only long distance passenger train network. We take passengers across New Zealand in comfort and style through some of the most scenic areas of the North and South Islands. It is an experience not just a journey.We have the Overlander train connecting Auckland and Wellington, the Coastal Pacific between Picton and Christchurch and the world famous TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Greymouth.The TranzAlpine goes through the fields of the Canterbury Plains, followed by the spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River. Your train then climbs into the Southern Alps, before descending through lush beech forest to the West Coast town of Greymouth.
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Ranked #22 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Great day out“ 22/05/2013
- ”Treetop challenge...“ 10/05/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Test your limits. Conquer your fear. Adrenalin Forest is best described as a multi level aerial obstacle course. Participants...
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Test your limits. Conquer your fear. Adrenalin Forest is best described as a multi level aerial obstacle course. Participants negotiate a series of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and flying foxes from platforms constructed in the tree canopy. Adrenalin Forest is a great confidence builder and adrenalin rush. The adventure park features an aerial obstacle course up to 20 meters off the ground, 6 pathways of progressive difficulty, about 2 km in length and covering 4 hectares of forest. Participants attached by an overhead safety wire safely negotiate a series of 100 challenging activities high up in the tree canopy.
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Ranked #23 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Not worth $85, and a disapointed four...“ 21/05/2013
- ”Totally awesome“ 16/05/2013
Category: Observatories/ Planetariums; Tours
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Ranked #24 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Take the Punt“ 19/05/2013
- ”Very tranquil“ 24/04/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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A unique part of the city, the Avon River sustains a diverse plant and animal life and is a source of many recreational...
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A unique part of the city, the Avon River sustains a diverse plant and animal life and is a source of many recreational activities.
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Ranked #25 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Fabulous walk, particularly for those...“ 27/03/2013
- ”Amazing“ 23/03/2013
Category: Hiking Trails
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Ranked #26 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”We got to feed a giraffe!“ 13/05/2013
- ”Well worth a visit“ 13/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Parks; Zoos
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The largest wildlife reserve in New Zealand houses animals in their natural habitats with few barriers or fences, permitting...
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The largest wildlife reserve in New Zealand houses animals in their natural habitats with few barriers or fences, permitting visitors to see them up close and feed the gentler species.
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Ranked #27 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Great Family Place“ 16/05/2013
- ”Great outing for the family“ 16/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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See Kiwi in a natural environment - there is no glass! Get close to Kea, Tuatara and other native icons. Willowbank Wildlife...
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See Kiwi in a natural environment - there is no glass! Get close to Kea, Tuatara and other native icons. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is also home to introduced and exotic breeds. Make your own way around the park and animals will eat right out of your hand. Choose either a day or evening visit, Willowbank is open from 10am to 10pm daily - kiwis are able to be viewed from 11am until 10pm.
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Ranked #28 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”All the info you need..“ 06/05/2013
- ”Friendly, helpful and free!“ 13/04/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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Ranked #29 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”Stunning views..“ 29/04/2013
- ”Lovely park up in the Port Hills“ 15/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #30 of 191 attractions in Canterbury Region
- ”natural wonder“ 12/03/2013
- ”a hidden gem off the beaten road“ 10/03/2013
Category: Other
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