As there is so much to see in the Botanic Gardens you might like to consider taking a tour. There are a number of different options for tours.
Volunteer guides from the Friends of the Botanic Gardens offer free guided walks at the Botanic Gardens between October and April, and throughout the year on request. Seasonal walks at Mona Vale are offered throughout the year.
Guided walks:
A fantastic guided tour by knowledgeable and friendly guides showcasing some of our spectacular collections.
Guided walks at the Christchurch Botanic Gardens will return in October.
Saturday 7 May
Saturday 21 May
Saturday 25 June
Saturday 23 July
Saturday 27 August
Saturday 10 September
Saturday 24 September
Botanic Garden Tours(external link) operate a guided audio tour of the Gardens in electric shuttles.
Tour times:
For more information or to book, contact Botanic Gardens Tours on (03) 366 7830 or info@christchurchattractions.nz.
Meet the shuttle at the museum gates on Rolleston Avenue, or outside the Visitor Centre.
Please contact the Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre for more information or to book a tour – phone 03 941 7590 or email christchurchbotanicgardens@ccc.govt.nz
Tour type | Duration | Cost | Description |
Guided walking tour for community group |
1 hour | $5 per person, with a minimum of $60 and maximum of $155 per group | Groups of local visitors can request guided tours through the Botanic Gardens on a range of topics. |
Guided walking tour for tourist group |
1 hour | $350 per group | Tourist groups can request guided tours through the Botanic Gardens on a range of topics. |
If one or more members of your group has limited mobility, please contact the Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre on 941 7590 or email christchurchbotanicgardens@ccc.govt.nz to discuss accessibility options.