Popular places to visit
Riccarton House
Learn about the local history of Christchurch when you take a trip to Riccarton House. Discover the charming cafes and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Hagley Park
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.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
Sumner Beach
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.
New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Cathedral Square
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.
Activities
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sightseeing Tour
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
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Other neighbourhoods around Fendalton
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Merivale
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.
Ilam
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.
Upper Riccarton
Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Papanui Road or Northlands Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
Burnside
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.
- Hagley Park
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- International Antarctic Centre
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Riverside Market
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Canterbury Museum
- Orana Wildlife Park