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.
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.
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.
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
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Our pick of the best Clifton Hotel Deals
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Good value option. Will use again
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Great
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Nice place. Easy access to the tram. Up to date facilities and onsite parking. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel Give
Place is a former YMCA, was in a private room. Room was clean with a spacious bathroom and nice ambience. Room was a bit hot without ability to directly resuce telperature, so had to open a window which did the job. Location was excellent being in vicinity of Hagley Oval and Christchurch city ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Great service everyone was friendly. Clean room with comfy bed and close to everything. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
LyLo Christchurch
The room was small and clean and the shower was good.It would have been nice to have a shelf in the bathroom and possibly a small table.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
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.
Bromley
While Bromley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Mall and Wilding Park Tennis Center.
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.
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 Wilding Park Tennis Center or Eastgate Mall.
Clifton Travel Guide
- Shag Rock
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- New Brighton Beach
- Cathedral Square
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Christchurch Casino
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Papanui Road
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Gondola
- Banks Peninsula
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Mona Vale
- Lake Pukaki
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Canterbury Museum
- Lincoln University
