Christchurch Botanic Gardens guide

Opening hours

These are the Christchurch City Council's hours when we checked in October 2026:

• The gardens: 7am to 9pm from November to February, 7am to 8.30pm in March and October, and 7am to 6.30pm from April to September
• Visitor Centre and ilex Café: 9am to 5pm from September to May, and 9am to 4pm from June to August. Closed on Christmas Day.
• Conservatories: 10am to 4pm every day

Check the opening hours on the council website.

What to see

• The Flowering Gardens
• O Tāne Aotearoa, the New Zealand Gardens, with native plants
• The Conservatories, the gardens' glasshouses
• The Visitor Centre, with the ilex Café
• The Paddling Pool and Playground, for children
• The Bandsmen's Memorial Rotunda and the New Zealand World Peace Bell
• Art in the Botanic Gardens, art around the grounds

The council also runs tours and the Peace Train ride. See the Christchurch Botanic Gardens website for times.

Getting there from the motel

It is about a 15-minute walk from us to the gardens. Walking means no parking to pay for: leave your car in our free car park.

Get walking directions from the motel

The Christchurch Tram also stops at the Botanic Gardens. See our Christchurch Tram guide.

Good to know

• Dogs are not allowed in the Botanic Gardens.
• The gardens are smoke-free and vape-free.

Questions

Is the Christchurch Botanic Gardens free?

Yes. Entry is free.

What time does the Christchurch Botanic Gardens open?

The gardens open at 7am every day. Closing time changes with the season, from 6.30pm in winter to 9pm in summer.

How far is the Botanic Gardens from ASURE Centrepoint Motel?

About a 15-minute walk.

Can I bring my dog?

No. Dogs are not allowed in the Botanic Gardens.

What else is nearby?

See all our things to do near the motel and places to eat.