The Best of Christchurch

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Day 1, Around the Square

The busy South of Lichfield (SOL) precinct is linked together by a network of lanes which give Christchurch an urban edge that belies its Garden City status.

SOL Square has countless bars, cafes and popular restaurants. Spoilt for choice, you could also consider a new option recently opened behind the Christchurch Cathedral. The Octagon Restaurant is located in a historic Victorian church, offering live jazz and the subtle sounds of an organ while you dine.

Day 2, Local Favourites

Whether looking for a light dinner or a place to meet for drinks - these three establishments take you off the beaten path and into the heart of the city where you can find local favourites and a special atmosphere.

The The Twisted Hop Real Ale Brew Pub. The South Island's first real ale brewery and free house with function dining. Down Poplar Lane, the Twisted Hop is the South Island's only brewery producing traditional English style cask conditioned ales.

Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof offers a wonderful 1920's interior café fit out within the Canterbury Provincial Chambers overlooking the river Avon and garden reserve.

Day 3, The Strip

Don't leave the country without understanding what it means to dine on 'The Strip' - whether for lunch overlooking the river, or as refuge with a hot drink on a winter's day, The iconic Strip gives you plenty of choice, and the chance to say, yes, you've really been to Christchurch. Liquidity, Sticky Fingers and Coyote's cater daily with delicious meals and after dark with legendary nightlife.

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