Plan your trip to

Ōtautahi - Christchurch

Canterbury rewards those who venture off the usual path. Beyond the well-trodden trails, you’ll find landscapes that shift from rugged mountains to wide plains, rivers that carve their own stories, and communities full of creativity and resilience. For adventurers, innovators, and food and fibre-lovers, Canterbury offers experiences that spark curiosity, inspire ideas, and leave a lasting impression.

Eat

Experience the vibrant food and drink scene of Christchurch and Canterbury, where every meal is an opportunity to explore local flavours. From relaxed cafés and lively neighbourhood bars to elegant fine dining, there’s something to satisfy every palate. Celebrate the region’s rich cultural diversity through its dishes and drinks, and enjoy a culinary journey that’s as memorable as the surroundings.

Find the best burger in town.

Eat

Stay

Discover the many ways to stay in Christchurch, where each accommodation offers its own charm and character. From quaint B&Bs and stylish city hotels to scenic hilltop hideaways perfect for stargazing, options abound for every type of traveller. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful countryside retreat or a luxurious city break, you’ll find a stay that fits your style. Enjoy comfortable, welcoming spaces while exploring all the sights and surprises Christchurch has to offer.

We sincerely thank the team in Christchurch, NZ, along with our valued accommodation partners, for generously offering discounted rates to all E Tipu delegates. Below is a list of our accommodation partners, along with the special rates they have kindly extended to our delegates

When booking accommodation for E Tipu 2026 please make use of the following discounts kindly provided to us and our delegates:

If you have any questions regarding accommodation, please reach out to us using the contact form.

Check out the range of accommodation on offer here and start planning your stay.

Stay

Explore

Make the most of your time in Christchurch with endless adventures! From lively city streets to breathtaking natural landscapes, there’s always something to explore. Ōtautahi Christchurch thrives on arts, sport, innovation, and diverse communities, offering a calendar packed with events and activities year-round. Picture starting your morning with a surf on the Pacific coast and, just hours later, skiing down alpine slopes with sweeping views of the Canterbury Plains-adventures like this are all part of life here. With long sunny summers, vibrant autumns, crisp winter days, and blooming springs, Christchurch offers spectacular experiences in every season, waiting to be discovered around every corner.

Get inspired.

Explore

Of course, there are far too many options for us to list here - we recommend you visit Christchurchnz.com, which provides an amazing exploration/adventure directory of anything and everything you could imagine doing during your visit.

Here is a quick link to get you started:

This Is Ōtautahi Christchurch - ChristchurchNZ.com | ChristchurchNZ.com

Explore Canterbury’s food, fibre and agritech sector

A powerhouse of agricultural excellence and innovation, Canterbury is a strong cog in New Zealand’s food and fibre sector. With its fertile plains, world-class research institutions, and thriving agritech industry. Canterbury’s diverse landscape supports everything from arable and dairy to horticulture and seed production - playing an integral part in both domestic supply chains and global exports.

The region is home to a vibrant ecosystem of research and development. Within the Lincoln Research and Innovation precinct, you’ll find organisations such as Bioeconomy Science Institute working collaboratively with industry to advance science-led solutions for the agri-food economy.

With its strong link between research, education, and enterprise, Canterbury continues to shape the future of agriculture in Aotearoa. It’s a region where innovation meets practice - and where the world looks for inspiration in sustainable food production.