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Christchurch Shopping and Christchurch Shopping District
(Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ)



Christchurch is one of New Zealand's main shopping areas and shopping in Christchurch couldn't be easier, with numerous shopping malls and shopping centres situated in the heart of Christchurch city centre.

Dominated by the spectacular cathedral, central Christchurch features the highest concentration of shops in Christchurch, around the 'Four Avenues' and Cathedral Square. Shopping in Christchurch has become a major highlight for many tourists visiting Christchurch, Canterbury and the South Island of New Zealand.

The main shopping areas in Christchurch can be found spreading out from Cathedral Square, along New Regent Street - which is full of large chain stores and local speciality shops, on Gloucester Street - an attractive street with many exceptional stores and cafés, and around High Street - lined with some of Christchurch's most diverse music, clothes shops and speciality outlets.




Many of the largest chain stores and names in high-street New Zealand shopping, fashion, music and jewellery are located in Christchurch and the city is highly regarded for its diverse array of designer fashion boutiques and outlets.

With such a large selection of shopping centres, shopping malls and well-laid out pedestrianised shopping districts, Christchurch has a truly impressive variety of shops, regularly attracting thousands of visitors from around the area.

Christchurch Shopping: Opening Hours - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Most shops in Christchurch generally open between 09:30 and 18:00 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, usually staying open until around 21:00 on both Thursday and Friday. Sunday trading in Christchurch has recently increased in popularity and most shops in Christchurch now remain open until around 16:00 to 17:00 each Sunday.

Christchurch Shopping: Shopping Centres - Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
There are a vast array of world-class shopping centres, shopping arcades, shopping malls and shopping strips in Christchurch and other nearby areas of Canterbury. Here are some of the most popular shopping centres and districts in and around Christchurch.

Christchurch Shopping: Bush Inn Shopping Centre - Waimairi Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8004, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 348 6993
The Bush Inn Shopping Centre, in the Upper Riccarton district to the west of central Christchurch, is home to around 25 shops, including supermarkets, grocery stores, newsagents and gift shops selling local souvenirs.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday, Friday - 09:00 to 18:00, Thursday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00

Christchurch Shopping: City Mall - Cashel Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 379 9629
Christchurch's City Mall is located in the very centre of Christchurch city, next to the Cathedral Square and the 'Four Avenues'. Home to department stores, shopping arcades, cafés and popular restaurants, the City Mall is a particularly vibrant area of the city.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 18:00, Thursday and Friday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Christchurch Shopping: Eastgate Shopping Centre - Buckleys Road, Linwood, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 389 0065
The Eastgate Shopping Centre can be found in eastern Christchurch and contains more than 50 shops, including supermarkets, fashion stores and fastfood outlets. With plenty of shops for all the family, the Eastgate Shopping Centre is one of the most popular shopping centres in this part of the city.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 17:30, Thursday, Friday and Saturday - 09:00 to 17:30, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Christchurch Shopping: Hornby Shopping Mall - 418 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8004, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 349 7288
The Hornby Shopping Mall, in the Hornby area of western Christchurch, features an array of around 50 different shops, including a number of small local shops selling arts and crafts, supermarkets and high-street favourites, together with food outlets and a popular cinema.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday, Friday - 09:00 to 17:30, Thursday - 09:00 to 20:30, Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00

Christchurch Shopping: Northlands Shopping Mall - 55 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8005, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 352 6535
Northlands Shopping Mall, in northern Christchurch, houses more than 50 different shops, including supermarkets and grocery stores, newsagents, clothing stores, homeware shops and a large food hall.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 17:30, Thursday and Friday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Christchurch Shopping: Palms Shopping Mall - New Brighton Road, Shirley, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 385 3067
Located in northern Christchurch, the Palms Shopping Mall is a vast indoor shopping centre containing almost 100 different shops, including department stores, supermarkets, designer fashion boutiques, numerous fastfood outlets and gift shops.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 18:00, Thursday and Friday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Christchurch Shopping: Riccarton Shopping Mall - 129 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8004, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 348 4119
Christchurch's Riccarton Shopping Mall is one of the city's oldest and largest shopping malls and contains a wealth of different shops and chain stores, including supermarkets, bookstores, fashion and clothing shops and a number of large department stores. The Riccarton Shopping Mall is situated to the west of Christchurch city centre.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 18:00, Thursday and Friday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday - 09:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Christchurch Shopping: South City Centre Shopping Mall - 555 Colombo Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 377 8700
The South City Centre Shopping Mall is situated in the heart of Christchurch city centre and is one of the most popular shopping centres in this area. Home to around 60 different shops and good facilities, including high-street favourites, fashion boutiques, a supermarket and a playground area for children, the South City Centre Shopping Mall also features a large food hall with a variety of different cuisines.
Christchurch shopping centre open: Monday to Thursday - 09:00 to 17:30, Friday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

 
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