Bishopdale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(272 reviews)

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(348 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

4.5/5(615 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagley Park
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

New Brighton Beach

4/5(293 reviews)

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
Christchurch featuring street scenes

Cathedral Square

4/5(58 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Cathedral Square
Riccarton Road

Riccarton Road

3.5/5(66 reviews)

During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Riccarton Road

Activities

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

AU$181
per adult
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

AU$400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

AU$350
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

AU$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

AU$386
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

AU$38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
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Our pick of the best Bishopdale Hotel Deals

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is AU$244 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$244
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (979 reviews)
"Definitely stay there again"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is AU$229 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"An excellent place to stay when you have an early flight out of Christchurch. The wake up call was exactly on time and the transfer to the airport was prompt. Other venues do not all have a 24 hour airport transfer service, so this service was a winner for us."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$91 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"On my first evening, I noticed an issue with the toilet - it constantly made a dripping sound that was quite maddening when trying to sleep. I told the front desk, in hopes that they could send maintenance to fix it, but as it was the start of the weekend, I was told that might be a while, so instead ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$163 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, quick walk to the ferry and waterfront activities"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Fable Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$142 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Things fine over all."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4 out of 5
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$144 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (691 reviews)
"Loved our stay at the Carnmore Hotel! Great location, the restaurant was really nice as well. Loved our room, was clean, beds and pillows both really comfortable and the staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Bishopdale

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Burnside

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Burnside
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Papanui

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.

Papanui
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Ilam

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam
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Fendalton

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

Christchurch Airport

While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Russley Golf Club.

Christchurch Airport
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Merivale

4.5/5(319 area reviews)

Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.

Merivale

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