Christchurch Tramway

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  • Address: 7 Tramway Lane, Christchurch
  • Hours: Runs daily. Summer (Oct - Mar): 9am - 9pm, Winter (Apr - Sept): 9am - 6pm
  • Admission: Adults: NZ$15, Children (5-15yrs): NZ$5

Christchurch Tramway
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Hop aboard a vintage tram for a leisurely tour of central Christchurch. It’s the most relaxing, fun way to get your bearings and see the city's attractions and landmarks.

The trams leave from Cathedral Square in downtown Christchurch. The route then crosses Worcester Bridge over the River Avon, loops past the Botanic Gardens and travels along past the shops of Armagh Street. All trams have an informative on-board commentary.

Why not combine sightseeing on wheels with your evening meal, and take an evening ride on the Restaurant Tram? The colonial-style tram has every comfort, and the menu features local lamb and seafood.

Latest Reviews

5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Cat, USA, April 2013
Doing what: Christchurch Gondola Ride

Good fun for the family for a few hours. Great views in from the gondola and from the lookout at the top.
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5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Marie M, USA, January 2011
Doing what: Christchurch Gondola Ride

Nothing in Christchurch is open on Christmas Day!! We arrived on a cruise ship, who also offered this as an excursion for 3x this cost. Since we were off and running we got the best times to ride all three. It is a good trip to see the city at all angles.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by John V, Netherlands, August 2010
Doing what: Christchurch Gondola Ride

What a magnificent views
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Practical Info

The Christchurch Tramway runs along a 2.5 km (1.5 mi) loop. The entire route takes 25 minutes. A ticket gives you two consecutive days’ travel, and you can get on and off at any of the 11 stops and rejoin the tram when you’re ready.

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