Christchurch 2-Day Itinerary: Only the Best Spots!

🚌 Budget Hack to the Airport Skip taxis! Take Bus #3 or #28 from the city (40 mins, $2.1 NZD) to the terminal. Savings: $30! 🏆 Must-Visit Attractions: 1️⃣ International Antarctic Centre Why go? Experience -18°C Antarctic storms, husky dogs, and 4D films. Deal: Half-price bus tickets until July ($2.1). Tickets: Student $29 (ID required) | Adult $49 | Family packs available. Tip: Pair with your flight—it’s 5 mins from the airport. 2️⃣ Cardboard Cathedral (Christchurch Transitional Cathedral) Free entry! The architecture is simple, but the elderly volunteers stole the show—they’ll share earthquake stories and Beijing travels (rainy-day gem!). 3️⃣ Botanic Garden Perfect for sunset strolls among roses and hydrangeas. 4️⃣ Arts Centre Gothic vibes + the viral floating house. Adjacent to the gardens—walkable combo. 🍗 Food Recs: ❤️ Empire Chicken (Riverside Market) Crispy, juicy fried chicken—worth every cent! Meal deals: Solo $16 | Duo $42. ❤️ Hachihachi Japanese katsu don ($22.3)—tender pork cutlet perfection. 💛 Xian Wei Xian Chinese noodles (spicy beef version: $17.8)—comfort food for homesick travelers. ⚠️ Skip Unless...: Heritage Tram: $35/day for hop-on photos (walking is faster). Turanga Library: Great for killing time, but low priority. #ChristchurchGuide #NZTravelHacks #BudgetTravel #AntarcticAdventure