Things to do in Charteris Bay
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Tours & day trips
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
7.8 out of 10 with 43 reviews
7.8/10
43 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 302 reviews
9.8/10
302 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
8.8 out of 10 with 57 reviews
8.8/10
57 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.8 out of 10 with 20 reviews
8.8/10
20 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.2 out of 10 with 197 reviews
9.2/10
197 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 54 reviews
9.8/10
54 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.6 out of 10 with 24 reviews
9.6/10
24 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
9.8 out of 10 with 249 reviews
9.8/10
249 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9.8/10
11 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
9.4 out of 10 with 233 reviews
9.4/10
233 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per child
Private Day Tour Hanmer Springs including Entry to Hot pools
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Christchurch Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Lake Tekapo & Mt. Cook the Ultimate Day tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Kaikoura Day Trip including Whale Watch from Christchurch
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.6 out of 10 with 31 reviews
9.6/10
31 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Caving & Optional Castle Hill Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Godley Head & Lyttelton Guided Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.4 out of 10 with 19 reviews
9.4/10
19 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Tekapo: Small-Group, Carbon Neutral Mt Cook Day Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
7.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
7.8/10
6 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Sheep Farm Experience with Lunch & Winery
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Arthur's Pass & Castle Hill Scenic Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
10/10
7 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Waipara Valley Private Wine Tour with Tastings
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Wildlife & nature
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Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
11h 30m
5.2 out of 10 with 9 reviews
5.2/10
9 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
8.8 out of 10 with 39 reviews
8.8/10
39 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Akaroa Day Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Sheep Farm Experience with Lunch & Winery
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lyttelton: Shore Excursion, Godley Head, Guided Walk
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h+
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch City Top Spots Private Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: to Franz Josef via Hokitika 1 Way Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Private Kaikoura Tour with Guide
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Water activities
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Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.4 out of 10 with 27 reviews
9.4/10
27 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Sea Kayaking Tour of Lyttelton Harbour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat & TranzAlpine
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Māori Waka Paddling Experience on the Avon River
Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
1h 15m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Charteris Bay
Frequently asked questions
Is Charteris Bay worth visiting?
Charteris Bay offers an interesting mix of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into the outdoors, history or local cuisine, there's a lot here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Charteris Bay?
Start your day with a visit to New Regent Street and Christchurch Adventure Park. Then, tour other parts of Charteris Bay for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Charteris Bay?
The top tourist attraction in Charteris Bay is New Regent Street, so be sure to include it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Charteris Bay?
Three days in Charteris Bay is enough to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many travellers book for two days on average. Lyttelton Museum, Port Hills and Ohinetahi Garden are among the most popular sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a bit longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Christchurch.
Is Charteris Bay a walkable city?
With awesome attractions like Lyttelton Museum close by, Charteris Bay is very much a place to see on foot. Want to discover some exciting neighbourhoods a walkable distance from the city centre? Corsair Bay is about 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Charteris Bay with kids?
If you're looking for sights and activities for all the family, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Charteris Bay with kids.
What to do in Charteris Bay for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in Charteris Bay for adults including High Street and The Terrace.
Are there free things to do in Charteris Bay?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Charteris Bay is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without getting your cash out. Port Hills is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.
