Photo: Newsline / CCCChristchurch has long been referred to as the gateway of the South, but this city has evolved into much more. In full recovery mode after the 2011 earthquakes, Christchurch has gone full tilt on creating a vibrant, livable city that makes for a great post-lockdown weekend destination. Dinner and drinks on New Regent StreetNew hot spots are popping up all over Christchurch, but there are few more charming places than New Regent Street. Belly full, make your way over to Tūranga, the central city public library, which was opened in 2018. Once you're finished, head back to Sumner for a classic or vegan scoop at Utopia Ice.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 31, 2021 23:48 UTC