Also known as the gateway to the Antarctic, Christchurch is a beautiful city in New Zealand and a popular attraction for tourists worldwide. It is easy to find accommodation even if you are looking for a hotel in the city center and prices are reasonable for what it has to offer. Plenty of parks and gardens are scattered all around Christchurch, and given its modest proportion, one can easily visit it all by walking. The tramway system exists mostly for the benefit of tourists, and sightseeing include the Christchurch Cathedral, the Cantebury Museum or the Botanical Gardens, to name just a few. When in Christchurch, make sure to visit the International Antarctic Center and the port. This was the place famous explorers, such as Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton used as a departure point for expeditions.