Quail Island, Christchurch

Name: Quail Island
Address: Christchurch, New Zealand

#143 among attractions in Christchurch

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Quail Island officially Ōtamahua / Quail Island is an 81 ha uninhabited island within Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō in the South Island of New Zealand, close to Christchurch. The island was given its European name by Captain William Mein Smith who saw native quail here in 1842; though they were already extinct by 1875. Ōtamahua means 'the place where children collect sea eggs'. Te Kawakawa refers to the pepper trees found on the island. ()

Alternative names: Maximum elevation: 282 ftCoordinates: 43°37'48"S, 172°41'24"E

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Quail Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bridle Path, Ferrymead Railway, Mount Cavendish, Ferrymead Heritage Park.

2.7 miN
Hiking trail, Hiking, Outdoor activities
Bridle Path, Christchurch
69 min walk • Nestled on the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand, the Bridle Path is a historic hiking trail that offers both a workout for the body and a feast for the eyes. This well-trodden path, carved by the early settlers in the 1850s, is a testament to the determination of...
4.5 miN
Golf
Ferrymead Railway, Christchurch
115 min walk • Located in picturesque scenery, Ferrymead Golf Course is an excellent place for golf enthusiasts visiting Christchurch in New Zealand. This full-size, professionally designed golf course is a true paradise for players at every level of expertise – from beginners...
3.1 miNE
Mountain, Park
Mount Cavendish
80 min walk • Mount Cavendish, located in the stunning Port Hills of Christchurch, New Zealand, offers a breathtaking panorama that captivates locals and tourists alike. As a prominent park area, it is an essential part of the scenic landscape and recreational space within the...
4.4 miN
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ferrymead Heritage Park, Christchurch
112 min walk • Ferrymead Heritage Park, nestled in the historical heart of Christchurch, New Zealand, is a living museum that offers a glimpse into the early days of the Canterbury region. This open-air museum is a treasure trove of restored buildings, vintage trams, and a myriad of...
2.3 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō, Lyttelton
60 min walk • Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō is one of two major inlets in Banks Peninsula, on the coast of Canterbury, New Zealand; the other is Akaroa Harbour on the southern coast.
2.5 miNE
Lookout, Lighthouse, Architecture
Lyttelton Timeball Station, Lyttelton
63 min walk • The Lyttelton Timeball Station is a heritage-registered time ball station and prominent local landmark in Lyttelton, New Zealand.
3.4 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Cass Peak, Governors Bay
87 min walk • Ōrongomai / Cass Peak is a hill in the western Port Hills in Christchurch, New Zealand. Its most notable feature is a radar dome that was built on the peak in the late 1980s, which is used for aircraft positioning services.
2.5 miNW
Nature, Mountain, Natural attraction
Sugarloaf, Christchurch
63 min walk • Te Heru o Kahukura / Sugarloaf is a landmark in the Port Hills to the south of the city of Christchurch in New Zealand. The Māori part of the name means the headcomb of Kahukura.
3.4 miNW
Park
Victoria Park, Christchurch
87 min walk • Victoria Park is a large recreational area on the Port Hills above Christchurch, New Zealand.
4.4 miNW
Park
Cracroft Reserve, Christchurch
113 min walk • Cracroft Reserve is a 3.2 hectare public reserve on Cracroft Hill in the Cashmere suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. It is situated next to the Sign of the Takahe.
4.5 miN
Museum
National Railway Museum of New Zealand, Christchurch
116 min walk • The National Railway Museum of New Zealand is being built to show the history of the New Zealand railways. Work is underway to open at Ferrymead Heritage Park in Ferrymead, Christchurch by the end of 2021 at the site of New Zealand's first railway opened in 1863.