Antigua Boat Sheds, Christchurch
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Facts and practical information
The Antigua Boat Sheds in Christchurch, New Zealand is an historic building on the banks of the Avon River. It is possibly the only 19th-century example of a commercial boat shed situated on a river in New Zealand. It has been used as a boat shed continuously since its completion in 1882. ()
Completed: 1883 (141 years ago)Coordinates: 43°32'2"S, 172°37'41"E
Day trips
Antigua Boat Sheds – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Re:START, Canterbury Museum, Statue of Robert Falcon Scott, Robert McDougall Art Gallery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Antigua Boat Sheds?
Nearby attractions include James Edward Fitzgerald Statue, Christchurch (2 min walk), Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities, Christchurch (4 min walk), Townsend Observatory, Christchurch (4 min walk), Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, Christchurch (4 min walk).
How to get to Antigua Boat Sheds by public transport?
The nearest stations to Antigua Boat Sheds:
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Bus
- Hereford St near Montreal St • Lines: 17 (6 min walk)
- Rolleston Ave near Gloucester St • Lines: 17 (8 min walk)
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- Stop (8 min walk)
- Art Gallery (7 min walk)
Train
- Christchurch (28 min walk)