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SIXT Car Rental in Christchurch
A SIXT premium car rental in Christchurch allows you to explore this city at the edge of the world on your own terms. Choose from renowned brands like Toyota, Lexus, Audi, or Mercedes and tailor your choice with extras you can add when you book.
When you land on the South Island, step into our SIXT Christchurch Airport (CHC) branch and we’ll get you on your way in a quick, easy process that will leave you smiling. In your SIXT rental, you’ll be ready to enjoy this region on the shores of the South Pacific.
Driving Tips for Christchurch
Here are some driving tips to help make navigating your rental car in Christchurch smooth and simple:
- Drive on the opposite side: When you pick up your car rental in Christchurch, give yourself time to get used to having the steering wheel on the right and driving on the left side of the road.
- Driving can take a bit longer: A lot of narrow roads outside of city centers in New Zealand are difficult to navigate, with hills and hairpin twists and driving on these roads may take longer than you expect.
- Don’t cross a yellow line: If the line in the middle of the roads is white, you can pass other vehicles, but if it is yellow, you cannot.
- Speed limits: Roads within Christchurch have a maximum speed limit of 50 km/h (30 mph). Once you get past city limits, the maximum speed limit is 100 km/h (62 mph).
- Parking in Christchurch: Metered parking on Christchurch city streets, which you can pay and monitor with an app. Christchurch also has paid lots and five multi-floor garages.
Best places to visit in and around Christchurch
When you rent a car in Christchurch through SIXT, you can enjoy seeing the sights your own way:
- Punt Tour on the Avon: Explore Christchurch city center on an Edwardian punt on the Avon River. West End Car Park is a block from the punts.
- International Antarctic Centre: Enjoy huskies, penguins, and rides in amphibious vehicles in simulated Antarctic environments. There is free on-site parking.
- * Christchurch Gondola:* Take a cable car from Bridle Path Road, Christchurch to the top of Port Hills and enjoy breathless views, shopping, dining, and hiking at the top. Free parking is available in the lot at the base gondola station.
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Good to know when renting in Christchurch
Don’t worry if your plans might change. Book with the “Pay Later” option and cancel your reservation free of charge.
All renters need a valid driver’s license and ID or passport. International renters will also need an international driving permit.
You need to be 21 for a car rental in Christchurch. An underage driver fee applies to those under 25.
