Ferrymead 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Our pick of the best Ferrymead Hotel Deals
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Staff including dining staff were extremely helpful and warm. Rooms were very clean. Location is convenient.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Bealey Quarter
Handy to the city.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Excellent room
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Sudima Christchurch Airport
This place was perfect, there was just one
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and great breakfast! Will definitely stay here the next time in town.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
LyLo Christchurch
Rooms were clean with lots of under bed storage! Walking distance to the airport! Washer and dryer on site! Lovely showers with good pressure!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ferrymead
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 Wilding Park Tennis Center and Eastgate Mall.
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.
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.
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Cave Rock and Sumner Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.
Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort.
Ferrymead Travel Guide
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Tamaki Heritage Village
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Christchurch Casino
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Banks Peninsula
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Mona Vale
- Lake Pukaki
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Canterbury Museum
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Merivale Mall
- Southern Cross Hospital
