Ōtautahi: Christchurch Small-Group Inner City Food Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Āmiki offers immersive inner‑city walking tours that share the rich culture of Ōtautahi Christchurch with visitors from near and far. Our guided journeys weave through laneways, gardens, and hidden squares—past historic buildings and well‑known landmarks—revealing stories and details often missed in everyday life. Along the way, we share the intertwined Māori and European whakapapa (history) that has shaped the city, offering perspectives rarely heard in traditional tours. As passionate storytellers and keen foodies, we blend history with the region’s vibrant kai (food) and inu (drink) scene, connecting guests with local flavours, people, and places. Each walk is designed to deepen your connection to Ōtautahi through culture, cuisine, and authentic storytelling.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Bridge of Remembrance
Linking Cambridge and Oxford Terraces over the Avon River this monumental bridge was opened in 1924
Options
Kai Bites City Tour and Lunch
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Allow two and a half hours Light lunch and tastings: Beverages
Special Request
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Two hours and 30 minutes Lunch and Tastings
What‘s Included
Lunch
Our price includes food and drink tastings along the way.
Coffee and/or Tea
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
107 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Food walking tour a must!
560whitneym,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an absolutely delightful afternoon. I feel like I made a new lifelong friend in Ash! The food was delicious, but the history, the Maori cultural elements, the sense of the choice people made and continue to make to be part of the city of Christchurch, that was the magic and gift of the tour. The food stops were amazing and they all came with great stories - the bakery, hand pies, chocolates, gelato - my tummy is still full. More than that, I learned about how the community collectively designed the city post earthquake. The care, intentionality, and commitment to community are highly evident. Ash also took me to an important landmark that celebrates the women's suffrage movement in the 19th century here in New Zealand. Highly, highly recommend!
Fantastic Tour and Food
Amy B,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ash was our tour guide and she was the most lovely and interesting guide I would have asked for! The food was fabulous and it was the best way to experience the city with a local. 10/10!!
Must do for sure
Kylie A,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolute must do. Ash was amazing. Really enjoyable day!! So early in your trip so you know where all the great eateries are.
Highly recommended!!!
noekiv2026,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended!!! Run by a family business (Maori) so you learn a lot about the culture, but also about Christchurch itself. The places you are taken to are top notch and everything is focused on supporting the local community. A real addition to your visit to Christchurch.
Not the best experience
Rolf M,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00We are not doing a lot of food tours, but usually they have been a lot of fun, about food specialties of the town and other information about the destination. This was more like a paid lunch with strangers (nice ones), but not worth the time and money. Sorry, the guide is a nice guy, but it is just not done how it should be done, at least not in my opinion.
A culturally rich experience.
buzs2016,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This morning we took a fascinating tour of Christchurch — and came away with a much deeper understanding of how this city has rebuilt itself, both structurally and culturally, since the devastating 2011 earthquake that destroyed 85% of it. What made the tour truly special was that it was led by Amaki Tours, a Māori-owned company. One of the owners, Ashley, guided our small group herself, and her perspective as an indigenous person added a dimension we simply wouldn’t have gotten anywhere else. The initiative to rebuild the city was grounded in 100 days of input from affected residents, with the plans ultimately adopting much of what the community suggested — centering culture, community, and accessibility at the heart of the new Christchurch. Since the earthquake, a new Christchurch has emerged — one that’s actively working to dismantle the “us vs. them” dynamic that defined so much of the city’s past. Hearing that story told through a Māori lens made it all the more powerful. Highly recommend Amaki Tours to anyone visiting Christchurch. 🌿
A Thoroughly Enjoyable Tour
Sharon S,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow Ash our amazing tour guide was a lovely person and you couldn’t help but warm to her instantly and even more so as you got to know her heritage and all about what Christchurch has to offer. If you want good food but also a lovely paced cultural experience then this is the tour for you. Thoroughly enjoyed this and was a perfect way to spend our last day in Christchurch. Thank you Ash xx
Food walking tour of Christchurch
Amandaelongmuir,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an excellent food walking tour of Christchurch The host was amazing and i Learnt so much about the city i didnot Know already I have done many around the world
Prepare to be Wowed
Donna C,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was so much fun! Ash was the best tour guide. She took us to amazing places where we had delicious food and samples. Ash is also very knowledgeable about Christchurch and its history. My husband and I were sad when this tour was over as we had so much fun with Ash. Our hearts and bellies were very content.
A delightfully enthusiastic guide!
Joachim H,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I joined this food walking tour in Christchurch today and had a really lovely experience. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, which made it easy to enjoy both the food and the conversations along the way. Our guide was excellent — very knowledgeable and engaging. She shared in-depth insights about Māori history and culture, which added an important and meaningful layer to the tour beyond just the food. It made the experience feel much richer and more connected to the place. For other travelers, I’d say this tour is perfect if you want more than just tastings. It’s a great way to learn about Christchurch’s history and culture while enjoying local food in a relaxed small-group setting. I would definitely recommend it. Thank you so much, Asch!!
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