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Avon River

Christchurch, New Zealand
+64 3-366 0337
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A unique part of the city, the Avon River sustains a diverse plant and animal life and is a source of many recreational activities.
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  • Very good41%
  • Average10%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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Reviewed 6 days ago

A lovely part of Christchurch to stroll beside - a tranquil place to pass an hour or so. Places to rest along the way and plenty of ducks to watch!

Thank Hatfia
Reviewed 1 week ago

A wonderful way to spend an hour in Christchurch, strolling through the park, gardens and rebuilding city.

Thank rosiew7419
Reviewed 1 week ago

Nice walk along the banks of the river. Very quiet & calm, lots of grassy areas with benches for sitting & watching the river go by.

Thank Rose W
Reviewed 3 weeks ago

We were walking along the river where there are steps down to the water. The ducks and huge fish stay close looking for food. What also lurks under the steps are lots of river eels. A couple are quite large. I thought of buying sardines...More

Thank ruthandvern
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Relaxing and enjoyable ride down the river with beautiful scenery along the Avon river :) So close with nature, you get to see the lovely putakitaki too ;)

Thank shishu l
Reviewed 4 weeks ago

A great relaxing ride with fantastic views we are so lucky to have such beauty in our own backyard. Also, a lovely place to buy food and sit and relax looking over the Avon river.

Thank Wendy D
Reviewed 4 weeks ago

You can walk along ,cross bridges or take a ride on a gondola. It is the heart of Christchurch . The banks offer a tranquil place to sit or each a sandwich.

Thank Julia G
Reviewed 4 weeks ago

A typical UK-style small river flowing through the centre of Christchurch, with some smart houses along the banks.

Thank NorthDevonJon
Reviewed 15 December 2017

The city has done a nice job arranging seating and views along the river. You can ride on the river, also, in a punt. It’s quite clean, runs along briskly and it’s fun to watch the ducks.

Thank wynterwynd
Reviewed 11 December 2017

Lovley for a nice walk very tranquil had a niv long walk along this river highly recommended ..sure you will enjoy this

Thank vicky0306
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Egg M
8 April 2017|
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Response from fludlle | Reviewed this property |
Hey there, you can pretty much just pick any part of the river and take a nice walk along it, take a look on google maps! It runs right through the the city so in the city parking would need to be paid for, my favourite... More
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