Canterbury Touring Map
A comprehensive Canterbury touring map. Highlighting key touring routes and hidden gems found throughout the region.
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Cruise into Canterbury
Picturesque Akaroa, Canterbury's main cruise port.

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Travelling Around Christchurch & Canterbury

There are so many ways to travel around Christchurch and the heart of the South Island - from hiring a vehicle to journeying by tram, bike, ferry or on foot. Whatever your preference, search here to find the quickest, best value or simply the most interesting way to get around.

In Canterbury, cruise ships can dock in 4 ports - Akaroa, Lyttelton, Kaikoura and Timaru. Each port offers stunning scenery and unique shore excursions. Akaroa, just 83km from Christchurch, is a French inspired seaside village known for its picturesque scenery, plentiful wildlife, crafts and cafés.

Transport for Christchurch has been developed to assist road users in Christchurch find the quickest and safest route around the city. Navigate around the map to identify where traffic incidents and delays are located and how they may affect your journey around the city.