Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  New Zealand  /  South Island  /  Canterbury Region  /  Christchurch  /  185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial

185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial, Christchurch

4.5
#7 of 293 in Things to do in Christchurch
Landmark · Tourist Spot
Take a moment to reflect at 185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial, a simple but moving memorial to the victims of the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. See the 185 unique chairs--each representing a life lost in the quake--and read the poems posted on the onsite board. Make your Christchurch itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Create an itinerary including 185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
1,831 reviews
TripAdvisor
  • By Naina-Damani
    185 white empty chairs were placed in an open space for remembrance and memorial for people who died in 2011 Christchurch earthquake. Extremely touching.  more »
  • By Strickes
    Quite a stark reminder of what happened in the Christchurch Earthquakes. A very peaceful site. And well set up and looked after. Set in the down down area of Christchurch CBD only a few mins walk...  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »

Plan your trip to Christchurch

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Christchurch

TranzAlpine Train ©
Tramway
TranzAlpine Train
4.3
Duration: 8 hours
Christchurch Botanic Gardens ©
Garden
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
Canterbury Museum ©
History Museum
Canterbury Museum
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve ©
Zoo
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Christchurch

©
Dolphin / Whale Watching
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Akaroa
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
©
Swim with Dolphins
Swim with Dolphins
Akaroa
4.5
Duration: 3 hours
Ohinetahi Garden ©
Garden
Ohinetahi Garden
Lyttelton
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Geraldine Observatory ©
Observatory
Geraldine Observatory
Geraldine
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min

Parks in Christchurch

Hagley Park ©
Park
Hagley Park
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Margaret Mahy Family Playground ©
Playground
Margaret Mahy Family Playground
4.8
Duration: 30 minutes
Frensham Gardens ©
Garden
Frensham Gardens
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Imagination Station ©
Playground
Imagination Station
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Christchurch

Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu) ©
Art Museum
Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
Pegasus Bay Winery ©
Winery / Vineyard
Pegasus Bay Winery
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Mona Vale ©
Historic Site
Mona Vale
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Ferrymead Heritage Park ©
Historic Site
Ferrymead Heritage Park
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min

Shopping in Christchurch

The Arts Centre
Civic Center
The Arts Centre
4.0
Duration: 30 minutes
Re:START ©
Shopping Mall
Re:START
4.2
Duration: 2 hours
Cashel Street ©
Shopping
Cashel Street
4.0
Duration: 2 hours
Christchurch Farmers' Market ©
Farmers Market
Christchurch Farmers' Market
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min

Nearby attractions in Christchurch

Christchurch Tramway
Tramway
Christchurch Tramway
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
Cardboard Cathedral ©
Church
Cardboard Cathedral
4.2
Duration: 30 minutes
Quake City ©
Specialty Museum
Quake City
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Skydiving Kiwis Otautahi ©
Skydiving
Skydiving Kiwis Otautahi
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

Rent A Classic ©
Day Trip
Rent A Classic
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
Exchange Christchurch (XCHC) ©
Civic Center
Exchange Christchurch (XCHC)
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Maossie Tours ©
Nature / Wildlife Tour
Maossie Tours
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
Newzengland Ltd - Clay Shooting & Archery Services ©
Fun & Games
Newzengland Ltd - Clay Shooting & Archery Services
5.0
Duration: 1 hour

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to 185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial by other users

6 days in Christchurch BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu) 185 Empty White Chairs - Earthquake Memorial Exchange Christchurch (XCHC) 21 days in New Zealand BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND Auckland Hamilton Rotorua 60 days in New Zealand BY A USER FROM THE NETHERLANDS Paihia Wanaka Queenstown 10 days in Christchurch BY A USER FROM NEW ZEALAND TranzAlpine Train Christchurch Farmers' Market Hagley Park 17 days in South Island SEE PLAN Christchurch Akaroa Kaikoura 27 days in New Zealand, Melbourne & Sydney BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES Melbourne Sydney Auckland