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Antigua Boatsheds Canoe Hire
18 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Rowan
December 21, 2016
Renting Canoes down the River Avon/Botanic Gardens – Having little kids we are heavy users of the Botanic Gardens and during spring and summer the gardens are relaxing and spectacular. Renting canoes is just one way to see them and is a little more fun.
Miriam
March 7, 2016
Hire a kayak and paddle up through the Botanic Gardens for a memorable day!
Nick
October 15, 2019
The Antigua Boat Sheds have been a part of Christchurch’s history for over 130 years, and are classified as a Category 1 Historic Building. Conveniently located on the banks of the Avon River in the heart of the city and within 5 minutes’ walk of the Botanic Gardens, they are home to a traditional and iconic Christchurch pastime that retains all the trappings of Edwardian England, as well as to an excellent café.
The Antigua Boat Sheds have been a part of Christchurch’s history for over 130 years, and are classified as a Category 1 Historic Building. Conveniently located on the banks of the Avon River in the heart of the city and within 5 minutes’ walk of the Botanic Gardens, they are home to a traditional a…
Janine
June 10, 2021
Great Family activity. You can either hire your own boats or be punted down the Avon River
Isabelle & Tim
March 5, 2019
4. Hire a paddle boat from the Antigua Boat Sheds Set your course for adventure and embark on an iconic Christchurch boating adventure on the Avon River in one of our single or double kayaks, paddle and row boats or Canadian canoes.
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Location
2 Cambridge Terrace
Christchurch, Canterbury