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# Victoria Square Tours and Activities

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## Visit Victoria Square

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#### Regal statues, a Māori monument and a historic bridge decorate this serene public park set on the banks of the Avon River.

Relax and unwind in Victoria Square, located in the heart of Christchurch’s city centre. The square was originally known as Market Square and served as a site for fairs, markets and trading. It took on its present name after a redevelopment between 1896 and 1897 to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria.

The square features a series of paved areas surrounding by tree-shaded lawns. On warm days, the lawns are perfect to sit on, read a book, enjoy a picnic or even take nap. Spend some time admiring the square’s collection of statues. One is of Captain James Cook and honours his journeys around New Zealand in the 1700s. Another is a bronze statue of Queen Victoria, which features six inserts that portray events during the country’s colonial era.

Look for the Victoria Square Poupou, a totem pole-like Māori sculpture. It commemorates the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi, an agreement made between the British Crown and Māori chiefs for New Zealand to become a British colony. Go to the northwest corner of the square and stroll across Hamish Hay Bridge. Built in 1864, it is one of the oldest cast iron and stone bridges in the country.

Flowing gently around the park’s eastern perimeter is the Avon River. Sit on the grass verges and watch as people cruise by on guided punting tours.

If you get hungry, cross Hamish Hay Bridge to a cultural space called The Commons. Here, the daily Diversity Food Market has food trucks that offer everything from ice cream and waffles to cuisine from India, Jamaica and Thailand. The space also puts on open-air film screenings.

Victoria Square sits just north of Cathedral Square, in Christchurch’s city centre. It’s a short walk from major city attractions, including the Bridge of Remembrance and Christchurch Art Gallery. A 15-minute walk to the west is Hagley Park, the Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Botanic Gardens.

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### Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

11h 10m

10/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $334

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Christchurch: Cave Stream & Castle Hill Tour

8h

Free cancellation available

CA $447

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

2h

Free cancellation available

CA $81

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Akaroa Day Tour

9h

Free cancellation available

CA $220

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Full-Day Dolphin Swimming Tour Akaroa

9h

5/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $293

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Christchurch: Godley Head & Lyttelton Guided Walking Tour

3h 30m+

Free cancellation available

CA $243

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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1h 30m

Free cancellation available

CA $386

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise

Free cancellation available

CA $155

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Whale Watch

10h

Free cancellation available

CA $309

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

8.8/10

3 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $32

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h+

Free cancellation available

CA $243

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Akaroa Day Tour

9h

Free cancellation available

CA $220

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour.a50479801.activity-details?&rid=508211&location=Victoria+Square&swp=off)

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### Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

11h 30m

4.4/10

9 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $301

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Hanmer Springs: Waiau Gorge Rafting Tour

2h

Free cancellation available

CA $137

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Quake City

Tour this fascinating museum and hear stories of heroism and hope from the massive earthquakes that hit the region in 2010 and 2011.

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#### New Regent Street

Take a tram ride, go shopping and sit at a café with views of this picturesque pedestrianized street in Christchurch.

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#### Cathedral Square

You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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#### Christchurch Art Gallery

Browse exhibitions of works by artists from New Zealand and around the world displayed in the halls of a striking glass-fronted building.

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Art-Gallery-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112892.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Christchurch Town Hall

You can make plans for a show at Christchurch Town Hall during your stay in Christchurch. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Town-Hall-Christchurch-City-Centre.d975302794603044864.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening at Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Christchurch. Discover the fascinating museums in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

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Sudima Christchurch City

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Hotel Give

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Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG

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Christchurch City Hotel

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