Our Walks
Experience Ōtautahi Christchurch through local eyes.
Our guides are local volunteers who know and love their city.
The Original
Ōtautahi Christchurch Highlights Walk
An overview of Ōtautahi Christchurch:
how it was, how it is, and how it will be. Informative and relaxing.
Discover hidden gems and top tips based on local knowledge. We will give you the inside story on Christchurch’s history and culture as well as major events and post-earthquake rebuild.
WHEN: Daily 10.30am (except Christmas Day, Good Friday, ANZAC Day)
From June to September: Book by 6pm the day prior to the tour.
DURATION: 2-2.5 hours
MEETING POINT: Clock Tower, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd.
PRICE: Adults $35 / Ages 12-16 years $10 / Under 12 years FREE
The Official Arts Centre
Guided Walk
Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, a charitable organisation, occupies New Zealand’s largest collection of heritage buildings - a unique landmark dedicated to the arts and creativity.
This guided tour shares stories of the site, highlighting remarkable people, historic achievements, and ground-breaking discoveries, while taking you to spaces not usually open to the public with great spots for photos.
Neil Dawson's Echo, suspended in between the historic Gothic Revival building of the former university campus, now The Arts Centre.
The gorgeous 1880s college hall, lit up in sunshine through the stained-glass window
Neil Dawson's Echo, suspended in between the historic Gothic Revival building of the former university campus, now The Arts Centre.
WHEN: Wed - Sun, 11am (except Christmas Day, Good Friday, ANZAC Day).
From June to September: Book by 6pm the day prior to the tour.
DURATION: 1.5 hours
MEETING POINT: Clock Tower, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd.
PRICE: Adults $25 / Ages 12-16 years $10 / Under 12 years FREE
Ōtautahi Cultural
Precinct Tour
A premium tour delivering exclusive back-of-house access to Christchurch’s Cultural Precinct icons.
You will visit Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna Waiwhetū, Ravenscar House, and Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, for unique insight into the art and culture of this city and its place in the world.
Finish the tour with an exclusive wine tasting at The Central Art Gallery.
Your group will be guided by a specialist at each destination and accompanied by an experienced host throughout.
Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna Waiwhetū | Lead Curator Felicity Milburn with Jacqueline Fahey’s painting Mother and daughter quarrelling.
WHEN: Mon-Fri, 10am & 1.30pm (except public holidays). Bookings must be made at least 72 hours in advance
DURATION: 2.5 hours
MEETING POINT: Clock Tower, Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Blvd.
PRICE: $645 per person
Private Group Tours & Customised Walks
For a more tailored experience, we offer private and bespoke tours by prior arrangement.
Let us create the perfect Ōtautahi Christchurch experience for your journey - with adjusted routes, times, and content to suit your travel itinerary.
To discuss your ideal tour, contact us!
