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Christchurch Botanic Gardens

A garden of wonder for little explorers

At a glance

Activity
Christchurch Central
Wheelchair accessible
Café onsite
Toilets nearby

Why go?

A garden of wonder for little explorers

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens is a peaceful, family-friendly space with something for everyone - picnic spots, wide pram-friendly paths, and gardens full of colour and calm. Kids will love the playground and summer paddling pool, while parents can enjoy a coffee or a meal from one of several on-site cafés. Whether you’re feeding ducks, punting on the Avon, or exploring the rose garden, it’s an easy place to spend time together outdoors.

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Good to know

Before you go.

Wheelchair accessible

Many of the walking paths are flat and suitable for prams or wheelchairs.

Café onsite

Kids will love the playground and summer paddling pool, while parents can enjoy a coffee or a meal from one of several on-site cafés.

Toilets nearby

Toilets with a changing room are located nearby, and a baby change table is available in the Ilex Café toilets.

Finding the toilets

A changing room is located near the playground toilets, and a baby change table is available at the Ilex Café.

Worth finding

In summer, the paddling pool is a highlight, complete with a central slide.

The details

What you'll find.

Activities

More ways to move.

  • Playground

Age & suitability

Who it works well for.

  • Pram friendly

  • Good for over 5s

  • Good for under 5s

Facilities

Facilities at a glance.

  • Car park

  • Drinking fountain

  • Nearby food & drink

  • Picnic areas

  • Rubbish bins

  • Seating

  • Toilets

  • Wifi available

  • Change table

Take a look around

See the place.

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Getting there

Plan your arrival.

Destination
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Christchurch Central
Parking

Two paid car parks service the gardens.

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