Explore the province of Christchurch, New Zealand's third largest city, with a population of some 350,000, in the privacy and comfort of your Christchurch Rental Car.

Located on the East Coast of the South Island at the seaward extreme of the Canterbury Plains, it is internationally known as New Zealand's Garden City. It's also the jumping off point for very adventure holiday known to man, most people fly in to Christchurch before heading to the slopes. Unique to Christchurch is Hagley Park -- 161 hectares of pristine green parkland right in the centre of the city just a few minutes walk from the CBD. Hagley Park is home to the city's magnificent Botanic Gardens and museum.

The beautiful Avon River (left) meanders peacefully through the city and park. The flat terrain makes Christchurch an ideal city to walk around or cycle in and for many of the locals, cycling is a primary mode of transport. However, a Christchurch rental car will provide the visitor with the independence and freedom to explore the entire unique province.

As New Zealand's most "English" city, examples of old English architecture and stonemasonry abound particularly in the Anglican Cathedral in the city’s central “Cathedral Square” and the Arts Centre (formerly the University of Canterbury where Lord Rutherford studied and split the atom!).

The only relief from the plains in the immediate vicinity of Christchurch is the hilly Banks Peninsula, home to many spectacular bays and two deep water ports. Lyttelton, which is the commercial port that services Christchurch and Canterbury.

A short 55 minute drive away is Akaroa, originally settled by the French and retaining some of that French charm in its layout and indeed, the names of many of its streets.

By booking your budget Christchurch Car Rental you'll benefit from a choice of the best New Zealand car hire deals from New Zealand’s major rental car companies. You'll also benefit from the security of knowing you have independent transport when you arrive, along with full customer service.