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Riccarton House & Bush

357 Reviews

#12 of 209 things to do in Christchurch

Sights & Landmarks, Nature & Parks, Historic Sites

16 Kahu Road, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand

Review Highlights

“Great Place to visit and have a dinner”

I highly recommend this place for a tour around the outside gardens of the house, walk in the bush... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Jeannie D

West Hills, California, United States

“Very informative tour”

We joined a group tour and it was an brilliant insight into the history of Christchurch. It was... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Afamilyof2

Surrey, United Kingdom

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4.5 357 reviews

Excellent61%
Very good32%
Average5%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

Travellers talk about

“farmers market”(39 reviews)

“guided tour of the house”(8 reviews)

“old homestead”(6 reviews)

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Riccarton House & Bush is a unique New Zealand heritage site consisting of two historic buildings, flanked by beautiful open parkland and ornate gardens, bordered by the River Avon and set against extensive native bush forest featuring Kahikatea...more

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16 Kahu Road, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand

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+64 27 544 0462

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Jeannie D

West Hills, California, United States

27857

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Great Place to visit and have a dinner

I highly recommend this place for a tour around the outside gardens of the house, walk in the bush, have dinner, and have a storyteller tell you the story of the family that used to live here. Margaret Copland was fabulous as a storyteller and...More

Thank Jeannie D

We are glad you enjoyed your time here. Many thanks for your comments.

Afamilyof2

Surrey, United Kingdom

8818

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Very informative tour

We joined a group tour and it was an brilliant insight into the history of Christchurch. It was relatively quiet during our visit on a weekday - here’s hoping more people, locals and tourists alike, partake in this fascinating glimpse into the heritage of the...More

Thank Afamilyof2

New_South_Woodies

Sydney, Australia

26138

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

An Oasis close to the city

What great fore-site by the Deans to preserve this fantastic bush land so close to the city it is a great opportunity to relax and take in the tranquility. If you are going try top coordinate with the timing of the house tour. We spent...More

1 Thank New_South_Woodies

josiecolclough

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Reviewed 17 September 2018

A little bit of country in the city

Really nice spot for a walk or run - not too long, good paths and lots of trees! You could quite easily be in the middle of the countryside. The house is really interesting and a good insight into the history of the area.

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JimandEmma2014

Rangiora, New Zealand

155

Reviewed 2 September 2018

An Oasis in the City

Wow, to find this in the heart of Christchurch was such a surprise. And even more, to find the authentic experience of one of the first homes on the Canterbury plains, well, it was actually mind blowing. Not just the main house, but the smaller...More

1 Thank JimandEmma2014

Henry P

Reviewed 29 August 2018 via mobile

Beautiful garden and historical buildings

Very well maintained garden, beautiful building, and such a great environment at the Sunday market. 10/10 would recommend.

Thank Henry P

dreamnz1210

Christchurch, New Zealand

163

Reviewed 28 August 2018 via mobile

Great food and walking together

It was fantastic breakfasf with historic building. After enjoy foods, we can make bush walk with historic Riccarton Bush. If you want to know more aboit the bush, you can make an experience “ Riccarton Bush Tour”. Food, Service & Atmosphere are perfect!!

Thank dreamnz1210

Glad you enjoyed it - it is a great place Shona

Atefeh V

Christchurch, New Zealand

212

Reviewed 20 August 2018

Love the Bush

It feels like a bush right in the city... Love it there. Never had anything in the cafe but the walk in the bush is awesome...

Thank Atefeh V

It is rather a beautiful destination. Stay for a cuppa next time.

Bruce G

Christchurch, New Zealand

2413

Reviewed 18 July 2018

Beautifully Restored Christchurch Historic Homestead

This beautiful homestead suffered quite a lot of damage during the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes, but after a very thorough and sympathetic restoration the homestead now reveals more of it's history than ever before with panels allowing a view of it;s construction methods and...More

Thank Bruce G

Thanks heaps for your comments. There is a lot of passion and committment that goes into keeping her looking loved and cared for.

minimize940314

Torrance, California

1623307

Reviewed 16 July 2018

Good walk in the city

Riccarton bush is a pleasant place to have a walk. It is an escape from busy city life. Free admission is a bonus! You have to pay for the House though and check the time before you go.

Thank minimize940314

Thanks for your comments. Next time you are in take a look at the new signage - it's looking pretty sharp.

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