A walk that joins the dots
A good walk gives you more than a list of landmarks. Starting at Tūranga, this route connects Christchurch’s central squares, New Regent Street, the Cardboard Cathedral, street art, Riverside Market, the Avon River, the Botanic Gardens and the Arts Centre. Your guide brings the places together as a story of a city that keeps changing.
There is time to pause: one scoop of Rollickin’ gelato and a hot or cold drink at C1 Espresso are included. Riverside is a rest stop, rather than a third food inclusion.
Your afternoon, at a glance
Start with the central city: Tūranga, Victoria Square and Cathedral Square. Continue through New Regent Street for gelato, then towards the Cardboard Cathedral and C1 Espresso. The walk takes in street art and Riverside Market before following the Avon towards the gardens and Arts Centre. Finish at the Bridge of Remembrance.
The guide may change the order or route for weather, closures or safety. Building visits are exterior views unless specifically included in your booking.
Exactly where to meet
Meet on the public footpath at the Gloucester Street doors of Tūranga Central Library, opposite The Court Theatre. Tūranga’s address is 60 Cathedral Square, but you need the Gloucester Street entrance. Do not wait at the Cathedral Square doors or the café.
Arrive 10 minutes before your confirmed departure. Look for the guide in the branded shirt. Your walk finishes at the Bridge of Remembrance on Cashel Street.
Tūranga (Central Library) · Tūranga Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
What’s included
A guided 3-hour, 5.5 km walk. One scoop of Rollickin’ gelato. One hot or cold drink at C1 Espresso.
Extra food, additional drinks, admission tickets and transport are not included. Please discuss allergies and dietary requirements before booking; a particular substitute is not guaranteed.
Is this walk right for you?
Allow three hours and be comfortable walking 5.5 km. The source route is mainly flat and sealed, with a short cobbled section at the Arts Centre. There are seated breaks and toilets at the start and at points along the way.
Prams and carriers are welcome under the supplied terms, but the route has not yet been verified as step-free. Contact us before booking about wheelchair access, mobility needs or specific requirements. Children under 16 need a responsible adult.
Come prepared
Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water, layers, sun protection and a rain jacket. The walk can run in light rain, and the guide can change the route for safety. Check your booking confirmation for departure and contact details.
Changes and cancellations
Cancel more than 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations 24 hours or less before departure are not normally refundable. If we cancel your tour, you can choose a full refund or another date. Read the full refund and cancellation policy before booking.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. Bookings close 1 day before departure. This is the policy held against the departure in our booking system.
Read the full cancellation policyWhat you will see
- Three hours at walking pace, with room to stop and look
- New Regent Street, the Arts Centre and the Avon riverbank
- Gelato part-way and a drink to finish
- Small groups, so questions are welcome
A CLOSER LOOK
On the walk
Take a closer look at the streets and places along the way.
A few things guests ask.
Can I bring a pram or carrier?
Prams and carriers are welcome under the supplied terms. The route includes cobbles and crossings; ask before booking if you need a particular access arrangement.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Tell us about allergies and dietary needs before booking. Specific substitutes and allergen arrangements must be confirmed with the venues; they are not guaranteed.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, water, layers, sun protection and a rain jacket. Be prepared for changing weather.
Does the walk run in rain?
The supplied policy says tours can run in light rain. The guide may change or cancel a route for safety. Read the full refund and cancellation policy.
What happens if the operator cancels?
The supplied policy offers a choice of a full refund or a transfer to another date when the operator cancels.
What if I am late?
Call the number on your confirmation. The guide may be able to help you join, but cannot hold the group or guarantee a catch-up. A missed departure is treated under the no-show policy.
How do I change an existing booking?
Use the booking platform or contact route in your confirmation. Changes are subject to availability and the terms of the platform you booked through.
When is my booking confirmed?
A booking is confirmed by written confirmation from the operator or booking platform. Choosing a date or clicking through to checkout is not a confirmed booking.
How far does the Ultimate Christchurch Walking Tour cover?
About 5.5 km over roughly three hours, at an unhurried pace with regular stops. The route stays on footpaths and level ground through the central city and along the Avon.