Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour
Tour Details
Duration
3 Hours
Stops
23 stops
Language
English, French, German, Spanish
Offline
Available
GPS Guided
Yes
About This Tour
Walk Christchurch at your own pace—earthquake stories, heritage icons, playful stops, and lush gardens, all guided offline with Trippy Tour.
This self-guided walking tour takes about 3–4 hours at an easy pace, with 29 curated stops. It’s flat, beginner-friendly, and perfect for curious travelers, families, or solo explorers. Highlights include bold new architecture, historic survivors, riverside markets, playful street art, and the city’s green heart.
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What You'll Experience
- See the Cardboard Cathedral glow with colorful stained glass light.
- Admire Edmonds Clock Tower with stone carvings and gargoyles.
- Play at Margaret Mahy Playground with ziplines and water fun.
- Stroll New Regent Street’s pastel arches, cafés, and passing trams.
- Watch heritage trams glide under Cathedral Junction’s glass dome.
- Gaze up at The Chalice, patterned with native New Zealand leaves.
- Explore Cathedral Square with Godley Statue and giant chessboard.
- View Te Pae’s curved façade echoing rivers and Southern Alps.
- Visit Quake City for stories, artifacts, and quake resilience.
- Wander Christchurch Botanic Gardens’ trees, flowers, and rivers.
What's Included
Included
- Access to the Christchurch City Self Drive Tour on our App
- 25+ narration points of popular locations in Christchurch
- Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
- Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
- Audio Guide
Not Included
- In Person Guide
- Entry fee of the Quake City Museum ($11.67)
Tour Stops
New Regent Street Precinct
Cathedral Junction & Tram
Old Government Building
+20 more stops
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Reviews
Daniel Roberts
2/24/2026If you’re visiting Christchurch, this tour is a fantastic introduction. It’s flexible, informative, and gives you a real feel for the city.
Chloe Anderson
2/24/2026We had a wonderful time exploring the city centre. Perhaps adding estimated time at each stop would help with planning, but overall it was very enjoyable.
James Walker
2/24/2026I learned so much about the city’s past and present. The combination of art, culture, and architecture made it a memorable experience.
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