Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Address: Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch
- Hours: Opens daily at 7am, closes at 9pm Nov - Feb, 8:30pm Mar & Oct, and 6:30pm Apr - Sept
- Admission: Free. Guided tour: NZ$5
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Good Place to Relax,
Nature & Wildlife,
Romantic,
Park / Garden
Christchurch is known as the garden city, an Anglophile settlement of well-tended gardens and tree-lined streets. Pride of place in this flower-loving town goes to the Botanic Gardens, attractively set within a loop of the winding Avon River.
The gardens are planted with thousands of exotic and indigenous plants, with particular note going to its lime tree walkways, inviting lawns and seasonal flowers such as magnolias, azaleas and roses.
A number of conservatories protect a range of species, including desert plants, tropical blooms, begonias, alpine plants and orchids.
The gardens are an ideal location for a picnic, or to find a relaxing spot for an hour or two, away from the bustle of the city.
Latest Reviews
Review by Karen B, April 2013
Doing what: Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre
There is a 1 1/2 hr. drive from the Akaroa dock into Christchurch, but you get to see alot of the beautiful country side. When you are in Christchurch you truly do see what the people are doing to recover from the 2010 earthquake.
Review by Penelope F, April 2013
Doing what: Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak River
Small group was good. Interesting commentary. Brilliant boat ride, pro driver as well as very personable and helpful.
Review by Fayelene W, April 2013
Doing what: Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak River
This was sensational. Thoroughly enjoyed would go again.
Practical Info
The Botanic Gardens are on the western edge of central Christchurch, less than half a mile from the bustling shops and cafés of the town center.
The entrance is on Rolleston Avenue, near the inner-city tramway loop.
