Ashburton Information

New Zealand Ashburton Information - What to See & Do. If you are looking for comprehensive travel information for Ashburton Information including General, i-SITE/Visitor Information Centre and Library, you will find it here on AA Travel.

If you’re visiting Ashburton, your first stop should be the information centre. This will enable you to pick up all the information that you need to get the most out of your trip. i-SITES are New Zealand’s official visitor centres, and there are over 80 of them throughout the country. Aside from i-SITES, there are also information centres in most towns and even in small settlements. The friendly staff at the information centres can help you find accommodation, plan tours and activities, and give you that local insight that makes all the difference. Most bookings can be made here for you, and you can pick up maps and brochures to help you plan your visit. These centres also sometimes have souvenirs for sale and internet access.

Ashburton: Ashburton is ideally located just one hour's drive south of Christchurch along SH 1 and is the perfect base for a holiday in a district with a whole host of activities and attractions; from golf, skiing and fishing to walkways, heritage, and adventure. Ashburton’s magnificent parking facilities adjacent to SH 1 make it easy to stop and appreciate the convenient and high-quality shopping facilities, cafes/restaurants, craft shops, art gallery, museum and i-SITE Visitor Centre. A range of sporting facilities are available including a heated swimming pool, international-standard hockey pitch, superb tennis courts, challenging golf courses and Lake Hood, a popular spot for all types of recreational water activities.