Christchurch Shopping and Districts

(Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ)



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

Dominated by the spectacular cathedral, central Christchurch features the highest concentration of shops, around the 'Four Avenues' and Cathedral Square.

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 the city's most diverse music, clothes shops and speciality outlets.


Christchurch Shopping

Opening Hours

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 New Zealand has recently increased in popularity and most shops here now remain open until around 16:00 to 17:00 each Sunday.



Shopping Centres


Christchurch Shopping

Bush Inn Shopping Centre

Address: 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 the city centre, is home to around 25 shops, including supermarkets, grocery stores, newsagents and gift shops selling local souvenirs.
Open hours: 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

City Mall

Address: Cashel Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 379 9629
The City Mall is located in the very centre of the city, next to the Cathedral Square and the 'Four Avenues'. Home to department stores, arcades, cafés and popular restaurants, the City Mall is a particularly vibrant area of the city.
Open hours: 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

Eastgate

Address: 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 is one of the most popular centres in this part of the city.
Open hours: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 17:30, Thursday, Friday and Saturday - 09:00 to 17:30, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Hornby Shopping Mall

Address: 418 Main South Road, Hornby, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8004, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 349 7288
The Hornby Mall, in the Hornby area, 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.
Open hours: 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

Northlands Mall

Address: 55 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8005, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 352 6535
Northlands 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.
Open hours: Monday to Wednesday - 09:00 to 17:30, Thursday and Friday - 09:00 to 21:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Palms Shopping Mall

Address: New Brighton Road, Shirley, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 385 3067
Located on the northern side of the city, the Palms Mall is a vast indoor complex containing almost 100 different shops, including department stores, supermarkets, designer fashion boutiques, numerous fastfood outlets and gift shops.
Open hours: 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

Riccarton Shopping Mall

Address: 129 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8004, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 348 4119
Riccarton Mall is one of the city's oldest and largest 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 is situated to the west of the city centre.
Open hours: 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

South City Centre

Address: 555 Colombo Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 377 8700
The South City Centre Mall is situated in the heart of Christchurch city centre and is one of the most popular 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 also features a large food hall with a variety of different cuisines.
Open hours: 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