The Avon River is a winding waterway that runs through central Christchurch, and the Avonside stretch along it is a park that was formed after the earthquakes, on former red zone land. Reviewers describe clear water, often lined with willows, and paths along the river with steps and seating areas.
The paths invite quiet morning walks and moments of reflection, and reviewers say the river is also where many of the city's events are held.