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Walking Tours in Christchurch

Our pick: Christchurch: Small-Group Food Walking Tour & Local Stories — NZ$ 215 (2h 30m, 4.92★ · 107). Best value: Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake Stories — NZ$ 29 (2h, 4.91★ · 35).

5.0 6 experiences from NZ$ 29 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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✓ 2026-09-29
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake StoriesBest valueNZ$ 29 p.p.
NZ$ 29
2h4.91★ · 35free—
Christchurch Guided Walking Tour: 40+ Sites & Local StoriesNZ$ 35 p.p.
NZ$ 35
2h5.00★ only 8 reviewsfree—
Private Christchurch Walking Tour: 2011 Earthquake & Hidden GemsNZ$ 150 p.p.
NZ$ 150
2h4.97★ · 31free—
Christchurch: Small-Group Food Walking Tour & Local StoriesOur pickNZ$ 215 p.p.
NZ$ 215
2h 30m4.92★ · 107free—
Godley Head Coastal Hike: 8–10 km Loop with Lunch, ChristchurchTop ratedNZ$ 340 p.p.
NZ$ 340
6h4.99★ · 166free—
Christchurch: Crater Rim walk with guide & picnic lunchNZ$ 350 p.p.
NZ$ 350
5h4.97★ · 70free—

Real price per person across the 6 options: NZ$ 29–NZ$ 350 (median NZ$ 150). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 6.

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Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake Stories
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Christchurch Walking Tour: Hidden Gems & Quake Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (35)2hA two-hour walking tour of central Christchurch led by a local guide who shares first-hand accounts of the 2011 earthquake, the city's rebuilding, and its future direction. The small-group format keeps the pace relaxed and interactive, with time for questions and tailored local recommendations. All sites visited are free to enter.Is it for me?The two-hour pace and flat, accessible route suit anyone wanting an authentic introduction to Christchurch without a heavy time commitment or physical strain. If you're a first-time visitor or returning traveler wanting to understand the city's character beyond the guidebook, the guide's personal stories and local insights are what make this walk different from a self-guided walk through the same landmarks.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −100%fromNZ$ 29View ›
Christchurch Guided Walking Tour: 40+ Sites & Local Stories
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Christchurch Guided Walking Tour: 40+ Sites & Local Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (8)2hA guided walking tour of Christchurch covering more than 40 sites across the central city, led by a local guide in English. You'll pass the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, Bridge of Remembrance, New Regent Street, the Court Theatre, and Victoria Square, moving through both historic landmarks and the innovative spaces that have reshaped the city since 2010–2011. The tour runs two hours and includes an optional wine tasting at Fiddlesticks Restaurant & Bar in the Arts Precinct.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand Christchurch's story—both the earthquakes that changed it and the spaces the city rebuilt—with someone who knows the place. The two-hour walk and local guide mean the route holds together as a narrative instead of a list of stops, and you move through both the landmarks and the newer spaces that define the city now.Free cancellationfromNZ$ 35View ›
Private Christchurch Walking Tour: 2011 Earthquake & Hidden Gems
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Private Christchurch Walking Tour: 2011 Earthquake & Hidden Gems★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (31)2hA private two-hour walking tour of Christchurch led by a local guide in English, covering Māori and European history, the 2011 earthquake, and the city's architecture and culture. The tour passes the Cardboard Cathedral, Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, New Regent Street, and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, with recommendations for local places to eat and drink included.Is it for me?Book this if you want a walking tour where your guide speaks English throughout and covers Māori, European, and modern history in one loop—rather than a self-guided app or tour where you'd piece together the story yourself.Free cancellationLikely to sell outKids −16%fromNZ$ 150View ›
Christchurch: Small-Group Food Walking Tour & Local Stories
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Christchurch: Small-Group Food Walking Tour & Local Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (107)2h 30mYou’ll walk Christchurch’s inner city with a local guide, tasting regional foods and hearing real stories behind landmarks like the Bridge of Remembrance. Expect Māori and European history woven into casual conversation, plenty of snacks (and lunch), plus little surprises along hidden lanes. By the end you’ll feel like you’ve seen—and tasted—a side of Ōtautahi most visitors miss.Free cancellationInfants freefromNZ$ 215View ›
Christchurch: Crater Rim walk with guide & picnic lunch
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Christchurch: Crater Rim walk with guide & picnic lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (70)5hYou’ll join a small group from Lyttelton Port for a guided walk along Christchurch’s Crater Rim, starting with coffee by Sumner Beach and ending with a picnic lunch overlooking Pegasus Bay. Expect real conversation with your local guide, coastal views you’ll feel in your bones, wildlife sightings if you’re lucky — and moments you’ll remember long after the trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromNZ$ 350View ›
Godley Head Coastal Hike: 8–10 km Loop with Lunch, Christchurch
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Godley Head Coastal Hike: 8–10 km Loop with Lunch, Christchurch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (166)6hA full-day guided hike of the Godley Head Loop Track near Christchurch takes you across an extinct volcano's rim, past WWII gun emplacements and an Antarctic cabin, down to a secluded beach where you eat lunch with seals and dolphins nearby. Hotel pickup within the city centre, a local guide, walking poles, water and a gourmet picnic lunch are included; the walk spans 8–10 km and takes about three hours, with a 20-minute drive to the trailhead and time to rest at a seaside café before you start.Is it for me?Small groups of up to 12 travelers share the van and the guide, so this suits anyone who wants the company and local knowledge without arranging transport or carrying gear. If you prefer to hike alone or with just one or two others, a private guide can be arranged at checkout.Free cancellationfromNZ$ 340View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 6 of the 6 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Christchurch: Small-Group Food Walking Tour & Local Stories is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.92 out of 5 across 107 reviews.

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