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    Christchurch Gondola

    1,854 Reviews
    #17 of 211 things to do in Christchurch
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    Closed Now: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    10 Bridle Path Road, Christchurch 8022, New Zealand
    Open today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    For a “top” experience in Christchurch (15 minute drive from central city), enjoy a relaxing ride to the summit of the Port Hills. Spectacular 360 degree views of the city, Lyttelton Harbour, the majestic Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains. Plenty...more
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    All reviews gift shop tunnel experience great views from the top degree view lyttleton harbour cable car bridle path shuttle bus port hills annual pass southern alps great ride nice cafe well worth the trip banks peninsula sunny day canterbury museum
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    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Worth the visit

    Such lovely views of Chch on top. You can also walk or drive (not too sure about drive) to the top. I recommend the time tunnel.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank Atefeh V
    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Great views

    This is a good place to get out of town and see some nice views. There are several paths around the gondola building. The little cafe has reasonable lunches. I took the shuttle from the museum, but there is public transportation, too.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank clhimes
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for visiting the Gondola and we are pleased that you enjoyed your time here. Rose):

    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Great views

    The gondola ride is $30 return and certainly worth the ride The 369 degree views are spectacular and the cafe at the top is quite pleasant

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank Tongil
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for visiting and we are pleased you enjoyed the amazing views the Gondola has to offer. Rose:)

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Well worth the price !

    There is nothing like a mountain top view to get an appreciation for the area. The gift shop and cafeteria are better than average while the panoramic views (if the weather cooperates) are wonderful. Do not bother if the weather is poor.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank peterbJ2738MM
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for visiting the Gondola. It's great that you enjoyed the beautiful views and tasty food from the cafe, as well as a bit of shopping. Rose):

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    It’s good for a view of the city

    To get to the gondola it’s a 20 min shuttle bus journey from the museum, if you do not have your own transport. Once you get there is a short journey to the top where you are treated to some excellent views and there are...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    1  Thank swannythemoose
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks for visiting the Gondola. We are pleased that you enjoyed the views of the city and drinks from the cafe. Rose:)

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Amazing views

    Amazing few hours doing the gondola trip. We took the shuttle from outside the museum and enjoyed the drive out. Spectacular views as you go up and from the summit. Several good walks from the top. Nice little cafe overlooking the world below. Definitely recommend...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank lou2you
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks for the great review we are glad you had an amazing time :-) Rose

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Great Activity for a Clear Day

    We recently visited the Christchurch Gondola on a clear day with just a few clouds in the sky. The price was $30 return per adult. Pricy, but not too bad for a party of two. The views are stunning and there are some interesting displays...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    1  Thank Ulwazi
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Fantastic

    You got great views of Christchurch from the top. Highly recommend the time tunnel experience as well.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank Kmariee
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for your review of the Gondola and Time Tunnel and we are pleased you enjoyed your visit with us :)

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Beautiful

    The gondola was our first activity on the South Island, and provided us with a great introduction to the beautiful scenery ahead. Take your time, do the crater rim walk, sit in a rock looking out over the world...it's beautiful.

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank GrandTour562886
    CHCHAttractions, Front Office Manager at Christchurch Gondola, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks for coming to the Gondola and we are pleased you enjoyed the walk ways and views. Rose:)

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Scenic

    Spent several hours at the top of the Gondola ride. Great views and some good walks here. Light meals wine and beer available. A good gift shop. Take the time for a short walk or a longer walk to the Womens memoral or the old...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
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    Subarna G
    11 July 2018|
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    Response from CHCHAttractions | Property representative |
    Thank you for your enquiry. The Christchurch Gondola is located at 10 Bridle Path Road in Heathcote (a 15-minute drive from the city centre). If you do not have your own vehicle we do operate a Gondola Shuttle which departs... More
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    Michellelee2368
    2 March 2018|
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    Response from CHCHAttractions | Property representative |
    Thank you for your enquiry. The Gondola opens at 10am daily, and you would likely need to leave just prior to 11:30am to arrive at the airport by 12pm. 1.5 hours would be plenty of time to spend at the Gondola: the trip... More
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    sweetybabe2604
    27 November 2017|
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    Response from CHCHAttractions | Property representative |
    Thank you for your enquiry. Yes, there are walking tracks near our top station. There is a map at the bottom level of the top station illustrating the tracks, and you are also welcome to ask our staff who will be able to... More
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