Central City Christchurch

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Explore our Central City

Discover trendy eateries, boutique shops and inspiring places within Christchurch's four avenues.

Explore amazing places

Explore hidden treasures, there's one around every corner.

Travel easy

Explore how you can get in and around the Central City, and where to park.

Latest Central City news

Check out the latest on what's happening in your city centre.

Live here – build your future

Explore the vibrant heart of central city Christchurch – a dynamic place to live, work and play.

Do business and develop here

Take part in shaping the central city Christchurch. Here's some information to get you started.

Watch this space

Take a look and see what's in the pipeline.

Central City progress

Central City project updates and key insights.

Sound in the Central City

Addressing noise well in mixed-use environments.


Related news

Council briefed on Mass Rapid Transit route protection process

Councillors today received an update on the process to protect land for the proposed Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) network.

17 Mar 2026

Public consultation planned for Cathedral Square

Christchurch residents will have the opportunity later this year to provide feedback on a proposed design of Cathedral Square.

11 Mar 2026

Ana Iti exhibition now live at Gallery

A new installation by leading Aotearoa artist Ana Iti (Te Rarawa, Ngāi Tūpoto, Ngāti Here) – winner of the 2024 Walters Prize and 2025 Harriet Friedlander Award – is now open at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū.

10 Mar 2026

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