the cathedral is in the process of demolition and the area completely cordoned off. It will come back stronger and different but how long? More

Unfortunately this is in the red zoned cordon. There are limited times when the public is allowed to enter and definitely worth a visit you you are around then. Have been in to have a last look at the Cathedral before it is pulled down :-( More

We went to this site after touring the magnificent botanic gardens and prior to shopping and dining in "container" district (where trendy shops and restaurants opened small stores in rail car containers near the old downtown area after the earthquake...they really deserve a separate review). The square adjacent to the earthquake-ruined Cathedral remains a gathering space for tourists and quirky... More

The earthquakes have done so much damage it must be seen to appreciate the resillience and the suffering the locals have had to accept. Go on a Sunday if you can to get a feeling for the eerie emptiness of a major city struck by catastrophe... More

There was also a craft market in the Square when I visited it. I am not sure if it is still working following the earthquakes but well worthwhile visiting to catch them in their new location. More

Upon arriving from my international flight in Christchurch I wanted to dine on Cathedral Square and see the beautiful Cathedral that I had seen pictures of in the guide books. This area is unaccessible due to the earthquake damage. Nearby they have started the Restart project- a collections of coffee shops and retail shops in steel containers. They have done... More

Cathedral square is sadly no more and is part of the red zone of the city where no access is allowed. You can see what little there is left of the cathedral from the fencing, but t is a very sad sight. On the positive side, there are already pleny of signs of life returning to the city and the... More

Though the area had been hit by so many devastating earthquakes, many buildings are still in great shape. A number of businesses remain closed, but they are working on them!! More

Cathedral Square is an amazing place to visit, when its re-opened it will be an exciting place to go and see the iconic Christchurch Cathedral and hopefully the markets will still be operating. More