Governors Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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
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
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 Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(204 reviews)

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola
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

Activities

Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

AU$385
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

AU$1,809
per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

AU$349
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

AU$399
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
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
From Christchurch: 1-Way Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour

Christchurch: to Mount Cook via Lake Tekapo 1-Way Tour

AU$204
per adult
Christchurch: to Mount Cook via Lake Tekapo 1-Way Tour
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Our pick of the best Governors Bay Hotel Deals

Õtoromiro Hotel
Õtoromiro Hotel
3.5 out of 5
52 Main Road, Christchurch
The price is AU$132 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$132
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Christchurch. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and Port Hills are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
"The hotel is older but well kept. Rooms are comfortable, and have a very long shared walk out balcony, with a magnificent view of the ocean. There’s a main floor restaurant which serves a variety of dishes and a variety of drinks from the bar. There’s a patio just outside the restaurant which provides ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025

Õtoromiro Hotel
Hotel Give
Hotel Give
3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$126 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"It was quiet and safe and extremely affordable. Loved the sustainability theme."

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

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Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$234 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable, large room. And quiet. Love you can walk to town"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$121 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Well priced and located"

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is AU$260 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$260
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (877 reviews)
Extra long Waitangi Weekend
"What an awesome hotel! Service, room and dinner were all superb! A great start to our long weekend trip"

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$162 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good hotel in a good location"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Fable Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Governors Bay

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Cashmere

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort.

Cashmere
Lyttelton

Lyttelton

You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.

Lyttelton
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Halswell

Halswell might not have many top sights, but Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Christchurch Adventure Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Halswell
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Sydenham

4/5(16 area reviews)

Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Science Alive.

Sydenham
Christchurch featuring interior views and shopping

Woolston

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.

Woolston
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Addington

4/5(142 area reviews)

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Orangetheory Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Addington

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