Queen Elizabeth II Park, Christchurch

Name: Queen Elizabeth II Park
Address: Christchurch, New Zealand

#112 among attractions in Christchurch

Park, Relax in park

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Queen Elizabeth II Park was a multi-use stadium in Christchurch, New Zealand, located in a large park of the same name. The stadium had a capacity of 25,000 people and was built in 1973 to host the 1974 British Commonwealth Games, with a temporary 10,000 seat western stand erected for that event to take the capacity to 35,000. The stadium suffered some damage in the September 2010 Canterbury earthquake but was able to reopen, only to be damaged beyond repair in February 2011 Christchurch earthquake. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1974 (50 years ago)Capacity: 25 thous.Elevation: 36 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°29'30"S, 172°42'25"E

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North New BrightonChristchurch New Zealand

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Day trips

Queen Elizabeth II Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Palms Shopping Centre, Oxford Terrace Baptist Church, Margaret Mahy Playground, Linwood Islamic Centre.

2.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Palms Shopping Centre, Christchurch
61 min walk • The Palms Shopping Centre is a vibrant retail destination nestled in the bustling city of Christchurch, New Zealand. This modern shopping haven offers a diverse range of stores, services, and entertainment options, catering to the needs and tastes of locals...
4 miSW
Church, Neoclassical architecture
Oxford Terrace Baptist Church, Christchurch
104 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, the Oxford Terrace Baptist Church stands as a beacon of faith and community. This historic Baptist church, with its distinctive architecture, has been an integral part of the city's landscape for many years, serving as...
4.2 miSW
Memorial
Margaret Mahy Playground, Christchurch
107 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, the Margaret Mahy Playground stands as a vibrant tribute to one of the country's most beloved children's authors. This state-of-the-art outdoor play area, named after the famed writer Margaret Mahy, is not only the...
3.3 miSW
Mosque
Linwood Islamic Centre, Christchurch
84 min walk • The Linwood Islamic Centre is a cornerstone of the Muslim community in Christchurch, New Zealand. Serving as a mosque and a community center, it provides a space for worship, reflection, and congregation for Muslims in the area.
1.9 miSW
Park
Residential red zone, Christchurch
48 min walk • The residential red zone refers to areas of land in and around Christchurch, New Zealand, that experienced severe damage in the 2010 and 2011 Christchurch earthquakes and were deemed infeasible to rebuild on. Through voluntary buyouts, the Crown acquired and demolished or removed over 8,000 properties.
3.7 miSW
Cemetery
Barbadoes Street Cemetery, Christchurch
96 min walk • The Barbadoes Street Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in Christchurch, New Zealand. It was set up with three discrete areas for different denominations.
3.4 miS
Cemetery
Bromley Cemetery, Christchurch
87 min walk • Bromley Cemetery is a cemetery in Christchurch, New Zealand. It occupies approximately 10 hectares to the east of the city centre, on the corner of Keighleys Road and Linwood Avenue. The Christchurch City Council maintains and administers the cemetery.
2.5 miN
Park
Bottle Lake Forest
64 min walk • Bottle Lake Forest is a production forest and recreational park located in Christchurch, New Zealand, approximately 10 kilometres north-east of the city centre. It makes up the vast majority of the area of the suburb Bottle Lake.
2.9 miSW
Cemetery
Linwood Cemetery, Christchurch
75 min walk • Linwood Cemetery is a cemetery located in Linwood, Christchurch, New Zealand. It is the fifth oldest public cemetery in the city.
1.7 miSE
Piers and boardwalks, Beach
New Brighton Pier, Christchurch
44 min walk • There have been two New Brighton Piers in New Brighton, New Zealand. The first pier, of wooden construction, opened on 18 January 1894 and was demolished on 12 October 1965. The current concrete pier was opened on 1 November 1997. It is one of the icons of Christchurch.
1.4 miSE
City, Area
New Brighton, Christchurch
36 min walk • New Brighton is a coastal suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand, 8 kilometres east of the city centre. The 2011 Christchurch earthquakes caused significant damage in the area.

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How to get to Queen Elizabeth II Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Queen Elizabeth II Park:

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New Brighton • Lines: 5 (41 min walk)