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Couples can book a private punt with blankets and hot-water bottles, glide past willow trees, then linger over lunch in the riverside café, creating an intimate, photogenic outing.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds) (couple trip)Panoramic windows, upgradeable Scenic Plus dining and a quiet 5-hour ride create a relaxed, romantic shared experience without driving fatigue, ideal for couples wanting quality time.
Recommended visit duration: 4-5 hours
👉 See FULL guide to TranzAlpine: Scenic Train Christchurch - Greymouth (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities
Couples find romantic punting, shady picnic spots with free barbecues, and quiet riverside walks, while dusk lighting and central location support an easy, low-stress date.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Hagley Park South (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities
HOYTS LUX dine-in service, powered recliners, onsite bar, mini-golf and arcade let partners combine gourmet food, drinks and playful competition in one indoor venue for a stress-free date.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Hoyts EntX Christchurch (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities
Couples enjoy private gondola cabins, summit sunsets, wine in the Red Rock Café, and short rim walks, creating a scenic, low-stress date requiring little physical effort together.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Christchurch Gondola (couple trip)Historic wood-paneled trams, open-air seats, café stops, and the separate evening restaurant tram turn the ride into a shared, romantic city tour, making it an excellent choice for couples.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Christchurch Tram (couple trip)Couples can stroll tree-lined walks, rent a cheap round at Hagley Golf Club, or share a lakeside picnic at free BBQ tables; sunsets are pretty, though no evening lighting for night dates.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Hagley Park North (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities
Rose beds, gazebo and café high tea create a romantic setting; easy riverside walk and picnic lawns suit date plans, but closing at dusk limits late evening ambience.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Mona Vale Garden Park (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities
Couples enjoy romantic Edwardian punt rides, riverside picnics and sunset walks, with intimate private charters available; the area quietens after dark so evening ambience ends early.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Avon River / Ōtākaro (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities
Couples can share a sunset walk, dine in beachfront eateries, and climb Cave Rock for photos. Lifeguards add safety, but limited night lighting means care after dark.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
👉 See FULL guide to Sumner Beach (couple trip)10 BEST nearby Activities