Cuningham, Townend and Garrick House is a group of conservatories at 8 Riccarton Avenue in Christchurch Central City, rated 4.6 on Google from 36 reviews. Reviews mention the cacti, the orchids and the peaceful atmosphere, and one visitor noted that Cuningham House was closed while the other conservatories were open.
The website says Cuningham House is closed for heritage restoration for about 18 months to two years, and that Townend House is showing a selection of the tropical collection in the meantime. Cuningham House is a tropical and sub-tropical conservatory, with palms, climbing plants and species such as Hoya and Anthurium. Visitors should check the current opening before going.
For visitors to Christchurch who enjoy a warm, leafy indoor space among the Botanic Gardens, these conservatories on Riccarton Avenue are worth a visit.