Heathcote Valley Travel Guide
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Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
Mount Cavendish
Standing imposingly beside Christchurch, this mountain in the Port Hills is a breathtaking sight. The views from the top are simply sublime.
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
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 Heathcote Valley Hotel Deals
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Convenient location - good amenities. Compact room. Managed to snaffie free on street parking nearby after 5 or 8.30pm
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
God quality hotel close to the CBD
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Bealey Quarter
Stayed twice over the course of our holiday. Spacious clean room, as there were 3 of us the triple room was perfect. Really comfy beds and pillows and the bed linen and towels were good quality. Staff helpful also. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
LyLo Christchurch
Room was clean but small.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Quest on Kilmore
Amenities, courteous staff, clean room
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heathcote Valley
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.
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.
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.
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.
Heathcote Valley Travel Guide
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