At OCULA Merivale, we combine exceptional clinical expertise with personalised care to provide Christchurch families with world-class optometry services.

Conveniently located in the stylish suburb of Merivale, our clinic offers comprehensive eye examinations, innovative eye health solutions, and a curated selection of boutique eyewear.

Whether you’re due for a routine eye check, managing a complex condition, or seeking frames that match your lifestyle, our friendly team is here to help.

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Comprehensive Eye Examinations & Advanced Diagnostics

Our thorough eye examinations are tailored to all ages and stages of life — from young children to older adults. We utilise advanced equipment such as retinal imaging and ocular coherence tomography (OCT) to detect issues early and recommend proactive treatment solutions.

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Exceptional Eye Care in the Heart of Merivale

Our optometrists take the time to understand your lifestyle, vision needs, and long-term eye health goals. Using the latest technology, we offer early detection and prevention strategies for a wide range of conditions including myopia, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and dry eye disease.

Explore Boutique Eyewear from Leading Designers

Discover a handpicked collection of boutique eyewear from top international and New Zealand designers. Our experienced team will help you find frames that suit your face, style, and vision needs — fitted with premium lenses that support optimal visual performance.

Meet Our Expert Optometrists and Support Team

Our Merivale team brings together years of experience, professional insight, and warm hospitality to support your vision care.
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Already booked an appointment?

Thank you for choosing OCULA Merivale! We’re looking forward to you visiting our practice! We want to ensure your visit runs smoothly from start to finish. Here are a few things to keep in mind ahead of your visit:

  • Complete our Welcome Form at least a day before your appointment.

  • Be sure to bring your current pair of glasses with you or your current contact lenses.

  • Parking: There are a few parking options available on Papanui Road or behind OCULA with access from St Albans Street. Parking can also be found at the Merivale Mall.

  • Bus: We have 2 bus stops within walking distance to our practice. The Merivale Mall bus stop located on Papanui Road is just a 2 minute walk away and the St Albans bus stop around the corner is a 3 minute stroll down St Albans Street.

  • For your time with us, please allow 1.5 hours. While this may likely be less, allowing for this time will ensure our team dedicates all the time and care your eyes deserve.

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We provide personalised solutions for prescription eyewear, encompassing both spectacles and contact lenses, ensuring precise vision correction tailored to individual needs. Committed to proactive eye health, we conduct screenings for conditions such as glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Our commitment to patient well-being extends to offering expert guidance on maintaining eye health, along with a diverse selection of high-quality eyewear products. Whether you're seeking routine eye care or specialised vision services, OCULA is dedicated to achieving excellence in optometry in Merivale, Christchurch. Beyond our clinical services, we showcase a stunning assortment of meticulously crafted boutique frames curated from eyewear designers worldwide. Our Eyewear Consultants provide expert styling assistance to ensure the ideal selection for your eyewear collection.

How to Find OCULA Merivale

We are located on Papanui Road across from the Merivale Mall.

📍 184 Papanui Rd, Merivale, Christchurch

📞 (03) 356 2379

✉️ merivale@ocula.co.nz

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Opening Hours

We’re open Monday to Saturday.

Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm

Saturday: 9am - 4pm

Sunday: Closed

For our most up to days of operation (including public holidays) please check out our Google Listing