Avenue Motor Lodge

136 Bealey Ave (next to Colombo St), Christchurch
Reservation Freephone: 0800 500 283
Phone: +64-3-366 0582
Fax: +64 3 366 3637
Email: info@avenuemotorlodge.co.nz
Web: www.avenuemotorlodge.co.nz

Attractions

Canterbury Museum

See a moa in a minute or spend hours exploring New Zealand’s rich cultural and natural heritage. Canterbury Museum is in the heart of Christchurch City, within strolling distance of the Botanic Gardens, the Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch Art Gallery and Cathedral Square.

Christchurch Tramway

Christchurch’s historic trams, which disappeared in 1954, have been lovingly refurbished to their original pristine condition and are &ldqou;moving antiques”. The 2.5km track links central city shops and attractions, including The Arts Centre, Christchurch Art Gallery, Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Cathedral Square.

The Arts Centre

The Arts Centre is one of New Zealand’s most significant historic and cultural attractions. Once the site of the University of Canterbury, today these distinctive Gothic Revival buildings are a dynamic venue for arts, entertainment and events.

With more than forty studios, galleries and specialty shops, as well as theatres, cinemas, cafés, restaurants and bars, and a weekend Art, Craft, & Produce Market incorporating an International Food Fair, the Arts Centre has something for everyone.

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens embody the green heart of the garden city. Covering 30 hectares and containing a world-class blend of over 10,000 exotic and indigenous plants, the gardens provide a diverse living plant encyclopaedia.

The gardens were established in 1863 and are well known for their magnificent collection of specimen trees. From the formal planting of the bedding displays and herbaceous border, to the meandering pathways of the native collection, to the striking oddity of the tropical conservatory complex, the gardens offer a wealth of lively interest in every season.