Outdoor bar built around an old bus.
High Street
Smash Palace is a laid-back garden bar on High Street, known for its old bus, burgers and craft beer, and a survivor of the post-earthquake city.
Listings are for identification and discovery; confirm opening hours, prices and details independently before visiting.
| Name | Kind | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Pomeroy’s Old Brewery InnKilmore Street | Pub | English-style pub with craft beer and a garden. |
| Isaac Theatre RoyalGloucester Street | Theatre | Edwardian theatre of 1908, restored after the earthquakes. |
| Christchurch CasinoVictoria Street | Casino | New Zealand’s first casino, open late. |
| Victoria StreetNorth of the city centre | Nightlife street | A street of bars and restaurants busy in the evenings. |
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