Aranui Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
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
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo (Small Group)
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Aranui
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.
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.
Phillipstown
The gardens and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Phillipstown. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Eastgate Mall and Wilding Park Tennis Center are a few top sights nearby.
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.
Waltham
While Waltham isn't home to many top sights, Riverside Market and Cashel Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Aranui Travel Guide
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Gondola
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- Mona Vale
- Banks Peninsula
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Lincoln University
- Canterbury Museum
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Burwood Hospital
- Addington Raceway
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Merivale Mall
- Southern Cross Hospital
