Are you a cake lover in Christchurch? If so, you're in luck! With unique flavors and high-quality ingredients, these markets offer a delightful experience for cake enthusiasts like you.
Although Riverside Market is of course the destination that many people get to, there's lots of other markets and groups of businesses housed under one roof that are also awesome to visit.
You should visit these Food/Shopping Arcades in Christchurch
There's quite a few places in Christchurch where you can see multiple businesses under one roof - a great way to try different food and shopping.
The Welder
The Welder is a shared plant-filled space full of many different food options (including us!).
The Welder is a historic character building dating back as far as 1880 originally constructed to contain a blacksmith, welder and engineer.
The Tannery
A boutique shopping destination on the banks of the healthcote river, this old wood shed has been repurposed to a beautiful shopping arcade with over 50 boutique specialty businesses, including a cinema.
The Arts Center
Occupying a whole city block, and the largest collection of heritage buildings in the country, the arts centre has more than 70 different entities including museums, galleries, boutique retailers, eateries and a cinema.
BOXed Quarter
A multi-layered precinct of 'boxes' that resemble glass shipping containers stacked on top of each other. You'll find galleries, eateries, bars, and niche retailers.
The Little High Eatery
Dedicated to food, the little high eatery has nine and counting different local and family-run food businesses with a shared courtyard and seating. Great for families where you can all try something different.
Riverside Market
The iconic Riverside market is one of the busiest destinations in all of christchurch with over 10k visitors every.
Open early and closing late every day of the year, Riverside has almost 100 different food businesses, boutique retailers, and laneway shopping.
You should visit these Markets in Christchurch
These are the markets we definitely think you should go if you're in Christchurch looking for something to do.
The SeekersΒ MΔkete
Seekers brings together a curated select of artisans showcasing their unique creations. From handcrafted jewelry, stunning art, pottery, homewares, street food & a variety of sweet treats/pastries.
Christchurch Farmers Market
One of the original Canterbury markets, it's held at the historic Riccarton grounds and includes both ingredients and hot food.
CHC Night Market
The only permanent night market in Christchurch, with stalls from food to crafts held at both Bush Inn and The Hub Hornby.
Lyttelton Farmers Market
Held saturdays on the main street of Lyttelton, this local market prioritises fresh local ingredients.
South Christchurch Farmers Market
This market, formerly called the Opawa farmers market focuses on fresh product, with much of it being organic certified.