The makeover of Christchurch's High Street has been completed

The City Council is marking finishing the three-stage upgrade -- from Hereford Street to St Asaph Street -- as a milestone in the CBD's recovery.

New work includes a cycle lane, connecting those from the Heathcote Expressway to the city.

Head of Transport, Lynette Ellis says wider footpaths and a 10 kilometre speed limit have also been introduced.

She hopes it will help create a more pedestrian-friendly space -- as foot-traffic's expected to surge when Te Kaha Stadium opens in 2026.