Christchurch Airport Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
International Antarctic Centre
Take a trip to Antarctica to see the animals that live there and hear tales of the intrepid travellers who risked their lives to explore it.
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.
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.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
Activities
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Other neighbourhoods around Christchurch Airport
Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.
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.
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.
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Papanui Road or Northlands Shopping Centre while you're exploring 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.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
- International Antarctic Centre
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Hagley Park
- Christchurch Casino
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Arena
- Mona Vale
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- New Regent Street
- Canterbury Museum
- Papanui Road
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Burwood Hospital
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Riverside Market
- Lincoln University
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Addington Raceway
- Victoria Street