Riccarton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Mona Vale
Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
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Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Bridge of Remembrance while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Mona Vale
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Sumner Beach
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Gondola
- Wolfbrook Arena
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- New Regent Street
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Riverside Market
- Canterbury Museum
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Ferrymead Heritage Park