Halswell Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
Riccarton Road
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.
Activities
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From 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 Halswell
Wigram
Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hornby
The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
Addington
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.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Golf Resort or Port Hills.
- Hagley Park
- Sumner Beach
- Lyttelton Harbour
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- International Antarctic Centre
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- New Regent Street
- Riverside Market
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Mona Vale
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Canterbury Museum
- Orana Wildlife Park