Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

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

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant

Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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

Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Wilding Park Tennis Center.

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.

New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at New Brighton Beach or New Brighton Pier.
- Hagley Park
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Wolfbrook Arena
- International Antarctic Centre
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Gondola
- 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