Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Christchurch February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Christchurch](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels.d4601.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Christchurch](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Christchurch.d4601.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Christchurch Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Christchurch.d4601.Car-Rental-Guide)[Christchurch Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch.d4601.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Christchurch ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Christchurch Types of activities [Christchurch travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch.dx4601) ![The beach and beach huts at Hengistbury Head, Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, England, UK.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/837cbcaf-a1d4-4e7d-a917-e710df7f3bd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The beach and beach huts at Hengistbury Head, Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, England, UK.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/837cbcaf-a1d4-4e7d-a917-e710df7f3bd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dusk at Mudeford Quay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/0129958d-c36b-41aa-94cb-f97daa882b03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beach Huts](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/4b958b35-60f4-4451-8bb4-7db996927d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#BVS100K](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/b834d0f7-f12c-418d-b30d-3513d1cc00bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Christchurch Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Christchurch has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Christchurch is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Christchurch to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Christchurch Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Christchurch. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_4601) ## Recommended things to do in Christchurch | Number of things to do | 8 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour](/things-to-do/bournemouth-scavenger-hunt-and-sights-self-guided-tour.a49834524.activity-details): CA $18 | | Top 5 things to do | [From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details)[From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details)[Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details)[Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details)[Bournemouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK](/things-to-do/bournemouth-hidden-gems-self-guided-tour-treasure-hunt.a5107268.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details)[Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour](/things-to-do/bournemouth-scavenger-hunt-and-sights-self-guided-tour.a49834524.activity-details) | | With kids | [From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details)[From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details)[Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details)[Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) | ## What to do in Christchurch --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Christchurch ![The beach huts at Mudeford Quay in Dorset.; Shutterstock ID 679397578; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555744002/a1fbaf43-1b2b-4eb3-bb85-911cb1d31fd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mudeford Quay Explore the waterfront in Mudeford with a trip to Mudeford Quay. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Mudeford-Quay-Christchurch.d553248621555744002.Vacation-Attraction) ![Highcliffe Castle which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6259366/a008cf59-b95a-4d7f-9391-0d393da2bbcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Highcliffe Castle View one of the best surviving examples of Romantic and Picturesque architecture at this castle. Marvel at the medieval French masonry used in its construction. [](https://expedia.ca/Highcliffe-Castle-Christchurch.d6259366.Vacation-Attraction) ![A beautiful sunny day on a sandy family beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/05205f8b-f38a-41de-9700-3baa594bbee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Highcliffe Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Highcliffe Beach during your trip to Christchurch? While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Highcliffe-Beach-Christchurch.d553248635978573337.Vacation-Attraction) ![A long walk around Christchurch all the way out to Mudeford and then the ferry back...,perfect. #green #england #takeahike](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/654/71cb1aa4-21dd-457c-9f2f-cd491575d82a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mudeford Sandbank Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mudeford Sandbank during your trip to Christchurch? While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Mudeford-Sandbank-Christchurch.d553248635978488733.Vacation-Attraction) ![Christchurch Priory and River Stour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092119/9604080a-15a1-4875-b40b-4f9946f067e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christchurch Priory Find out about the history of Christchurch with a stop at Christchurch Priory. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Priory-Christchurch.d6092119.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lovely waking around Chichester and Mudeford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/d0d968e7-4f4c-46be-977d-7d9b72e7915c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stanpit Marsh You can take time to visit Stanpit Marsh during your travels to Christchurch. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Stanpit-Marsh-Christchurch.d962627560039395328.Vacation-Attraction) #### Christchurch Harbour Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Christchurch Harbour. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Harbour-Christchurch.d6150287.Vacation-Attraction) #### Avon Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Avon Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Christchurch. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Avon-Beach-Christchurch.d553248621555744000.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parley Manor Find out about the history of Hurn with a stop at Parley Manor. Discover the area's entertainment choices and spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Parley-Manor-Christchurch.d553248621532491082.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Christchurch ![Bournemouth showing tranquil scenes, a ruin and hiking or walking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/654/2b7f80b5-4873-4679-ad82-39096e145379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bournemouth ![Beach Huts on the Channel Coast in Barton-on-sea, Hampshire, England, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4406/736061ad-f29a-406f-9216-16ea8b7efd1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### New Milton ![Gorgeous house perched on the Dorset cliffs, perfect place for a spot of tea. It was owned at one point by the Selfridge family. #green #england](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6259366/ce542caa-4a8b-41a6-b205-f354afc8d2ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Highcliffe-on-Sea ![Sopley Common An area of dry & boggy heathland managed by Dorset Wildlife Trust.http://www.dorsetwildlife.co.uk/sopley_common_reserve Seen here from the top of the ridge, looking across to the A338 which bisects the common, with traffic glinting in the distance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4601/578cd3b9-88c2-4d28-b37a-91f3760e0b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Mike Faherty](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/30470) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Hurn ![Parley Green: the pond A lone moorhen appears to have this substantial pond to himself. It rather resembles a bend in a river, although the Stour is only a short distance south.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000375986/bf312708-b0dd-4b04-a1d7-8cd5f232b227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Chris Downer](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14700) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Parley ![Looking northwards along New Road towards Parley Cross](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000398337/308c27d7-0f80-4f8a-8b73-333dbb272986.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Rodhullandemu](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Rodhullandemu) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### West Parley ![Parish church of St John the Evangelist, Holdenhurst, Dorset, seen from the south](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000699098/89fb1850-0e74-4237-b3d6-9339a405876b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Chris Downer](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14700) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Holdenhurst ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Christchurch worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Christchurch? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Christchurch? ### Is three days enough to stay in Christchurch? ### Is Christchurch a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Christchurch with kids? > - [From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-lulworth-cove-and-durdle-door-trip.a4566303.activity-details) > - [From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-bournemouth-jurassic-coast-isle-of-purbeck-day-tour.a5095212.activity-details) > - [Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bournemouth-oceanarium-ticket.a49151271.activity-details) > - [Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/poole-harbour-and-islands-circular-cruise.a50180336.activity-details) ### What to do in Christchurch for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Christchurch? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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