Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket
Overview
See the city of Christchurch from above by taking a trip aboard the Christchurch Gondola. The cable car takes you on a scenic journey to the Port Hills crater rim and Mt Cavendish summit, giving you fabulous views of Christchurch's dramatically changed cityscape. See Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour unfold as you rise to the summit complex, on the crater rim of Christchurch's famous extinct volcano.
Please note the Christchurch Gondola is a 15 minute drive from the city centre and a ten minute drive from the port of Lyttelton.
To see even more of Christchurch, go Punting on the Avon River. If the combo package is purchased. Please book your Punting timeslot prior to arrival by contacting the supplier directly.
• Please note our attractions do get very busy sometimes, especially if a cruise ship is in port and there may be a wait time at the Gondola due to increased demand
What's Included
- Return Gondola ride
- 30-minute Avon River punt ride (if option selected at time of booking)
- Transport to/from the attractions
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Bridle Path Road
Heathcote Valley, Christchurch 8022, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Christchurch Gondola
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The Gondola cabins can accommodate wheelchairs up to 600cm wide
- If the Punting combo upgrade is selected, you will need to contact the supplier directly to prebook a Punting timeslot.
- Please note our attractions do get very busy sometimes, especially if a cruise ship is in port and there may be a wait time at the Gondola entry due to increased demand
- Please note the internal lift at the Gondola will be getting replaced and unable to be used between Monday 14th July 2025 – Friday 19th September 2025. If guests cannot use the stairs there will be no way to provide access to the remainder of the building including the café, observation deck or the Discovery Ride.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-3352GONDOLA
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
- Return Gondola ride.
- 30-minute Avon River punt ride (if option selected at time of booking).
- Transport to/from the attractions.
- Food and drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Return Gondola ride
- 30-minute Avon River punt ride (if option selected at time of booking)
- Transport to/from the attractions
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The Gondola cabins can accommodate wheelchairs up to 600cm wide
- If the Punting combo upgrade is selected, you will need to contact the supplier directly to prebook a Punting timeslot.
- Please note our attractions do get very busy sometimes, especially if a cruise ship is in port and there may be a wait time at the Gondola entry due to increased demand
- Please note the internal lift at the Gondola will be getting replaced and unable to be used between Monday 14th July 2025 – Friday 19th September 2025. If guests cannot use the stairs there will be no way to provide access to the remainder of the building including the café, observation deck or the Discovery Ride.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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