What's Canterbury like?
Canterbury is a family-friendly place known for its restaurants and cafes. Simply book a local tour to enjoy your stay a little more. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting Margaret Mahy Playground and Christchurch Botanic Gardens. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Cathedral Square and Isaac Theatre Royal.
Where are the best places to stay in Canterbury?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in Canterbury:
Lakestone Lodge, in Pukaki
Luxury lodge on lake- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Bar
Matuka Luxury Lodge, in Ben Ohau
Mountain Ben Ohau lodge with conference center- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Bar • Terrace
Pukaki Air Lodge, in Pukaki
Pukaki guesthouse in national park- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Terrace
Dyers House, in Christchurch
Adults-only B&B within easy reach of Victoria Park- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Bar • Terrace
Northwood Motor Lodge, in Christchurch
Family-friendly motel within easy reach of The Groynes- Free parking • Free WiFi • Free casino shuttle • Garden • Attentive staff
What is there to see around Canterbury?
- Cathedral Square (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
- Christchurch I-SITE (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre (0.1 mi/0.2 km from the city center)
- Margaret Mahy Playground (0.3 mi/0.5 km from the city center)
- Transitional Cathedral (0.3 mi/0.5 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Canterbury?
- Isaac Theatre Royal (0.1 mi/0.2 km from the city center)
- New Regent Street (0.2 mi/0.2 km from the city center)
- Cashel Mall (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city center)
- Riverside Market (0.2 mi/0.4 km from the city center)
- Christchurch Art Gallery (0.3 mi/0.4 km from the city center)
Other Popular Canterbury Attractions
- Christchurch Casino
- The Arts Centre
- Canterbury Museum
- Victoria Street
- Bealey Avenue