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Historical, Heritage & Earthquake walking tour of Christchurch

Name: Historical, Heritage & Earthquake walking tour of Christchurch
Brand: WALKnTALK Limited
SKU: 21758
Price: 17.47 USD
Availability: InStock

Activity Duration (12 hours to 1 day)

Moderate

Hosted in English

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Historical, Heritage & Earthquake walking tour of Christchurch

Overview

Meet your host

Itinerary

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Overview

About

While lots of tours help you experience Christchurch’s sights and sounds, not many include first-hand anecdotes from the 2011 earthquake that rocked the city. On this small-group walking tour, explore local landmarks and hidden gems that most travelers miss while listening to personal stories of the city’s rich culture and heritage.

At a Glance

Ages: Ages 0-120, max of 16 per group
Type: Mobile ticket
Duration: 2h
Live Guide: English

What you'll do

Itinerary

This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At:

Bridge of Remembrance, Cashel Street Central City, Christchurch 8001 New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At:

The Terrace, Level One/126 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At:

Riverside 3d Mural, 96 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch 8011 New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At:

City Mall, Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At:

Cathedral Square, Christchurch New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 7 minutes

Stop At:

Turanga, 60 Cathedral Square, Christchurch 8011 New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At:

Avon River / Ōtākaro, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 4 minutes

Stop At:

Victoria Square, Corner of Armargh and Gloucester Streets, Christchurch 2004 New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At:

Robert Falcon Scott Statue, Waterloo Place, Oxford Terrace Central City, Christchurch 8001 New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At:

Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu), 312 Montreal Street, Christchurch 8013 New Zealand

to be entered

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At:

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand

New Zealand's largest concentration of grade 1 Heritage buildings. This was the home of Canterbury College, Boys and Girls High but has been repurposed as an arts centre to respect its past - now with 40+ tenants with an arts flavour. It's fabulous!

Duration: 7 minutes

Stop At:

Rutherford's Den, 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch 8013 New Zealand

Einstein described Ernest Rutherford as a "second Newton" who "tunneled into the very material of God". This was a tribute to Rutherford's foundational discoveries about the atom's structure, particularly his model of a dense, central nucleus, which is considered one of the most significant and practical insights in the history of physics.

Here we'll see the actual den in which Rutherford conducted his first experiments that was the beginning of nuclear science.

Duration: 5 minutes

Meeting and pickup

Start: Pickup at the meeting point.

Bridge of Remembrance, Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

At 76 Cashel Street, look for us with the PURPLE umbrella! This archway bridge is on the corner of Cashel Street and Oxford Terrace. It is perhaps the most central of city iconic places so pretty much all locals can point you in the right direction.

End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

All the areas and sites we visit are free of any additional charges.
Entry/Admission - Bridge of Remembrance
Entry/Admission - Christchurch
Entry/Admission - Riverside 3d Mural
Entry/Admission - Cathedral Square
Entry/Admission - Turanga
Entry/Admission - Victoria Square
Entry/Admission - Robert Falcon Scott Statue
Entry/Admission - Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
Entry/Admission - Rutherford's Den

What is not included?

Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Most travellers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travellers

Meet your host

WALKnTALK Limited

Host since 2025

We operate twice daily 1.75 – 2.0 hour walking tours taking you through the heart of Christchurch, with plenty of stops along the way. Together, we’ll explore the city’s fascinating mix of geological and human history, from the stories of Ngāi Tahu Māori to the early English settlers who helped shape Canterbury. We begin our journey below the iconic Bridge of Remembrance, Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011 - right on the corner of Oxford Terrace and Cashel Street (see on Google Maps). Look out for your guide holding a purple umbrella ☂️ – that’s where your adventure starts. We’ll also reflect on the profound impact of the 2010/2011 earthquakes, sharing stories of devastation but also of resilience and creativity. Alongside the reminders of loss, you’ll see inspiring examples of recovery, innovation, and the ongoing opportunities that continue to transform the city. As we walk, you’ll discover not only Christchurch’s past, but also its present energy and its future potential. This tour offers a unique perspective on why Christchurch and Canterbury are so well placed to thrive in the years ahead.

Itinerary

Christchurch Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Historical, Heritage & Earthquake walking tour of Christchurch in Christchurch, New Zealand. This half-day tours experience includes 12 stops over 1 day. Duration: 12 hours. Activity level: Moderate.

No meal included on this day.

No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Bridge of Remembrance

Stop: 3 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

The Terrace

Stop: 3 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Riverside 3d Mural

Stop: 2 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

City Mall

Stop: 3 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Cathedral Square

Stop: 7 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Turanga

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Avon River / Ōtākaro

Stop: 4 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Victoria Square

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Robert Falcon Scott Statue

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission included

to be entered

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora

Stop: 7 minutes ·Admission included

New Zealand's largest concentration of grade 1 Heritage buildings. This was the home of Canterbury College, Boys and Girls High but has been repurposed as an arts centre to respect its past - now with 40+ tenants with an arts flavour. It's fabulous!

Rutherford's Den

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission included

Einstein described Ernest Rutherford as a "second Newton" who "tunneled into the very material of God". This was a tribute to Rutherford's foundational discoveries about the atom's structure, particularly his model of a dense, central nucleus, which is considered one of the most significant and practical insights in the history of physics. Here we'll see the actual den in which Rutherford conducted his first experiments that was the beginning of nuclear science.