Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 Mount Pleasant Hotel Deals
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Good value option. Will use again
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Great airport location Cafe closed, level 6 breakfast very lacking
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
LyLo Christchurch
Perfect place to stay with an early international flight. Tons of places to eat or drink nearby and 10 min walk to terminal.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Christchurch City Hotel
Great room! Friendly staff! Great after hours checkin instructions! 10/10 will stay here again when passing through Christchurch next time! Cheers!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Sudima Christchurch Airport
We only stayed for one night before the early morning flight the next day. The room was spacious the queen size was comfortable.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Lovely studio room and facilities were excellent. Location was great and an easy walk into the city. Plenty of choices for places to eat and drink, nearby.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant
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.
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.
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.
Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Christchurch, Canterbury
- Which hotel chains are in Mount Pleasant?
- More holiday ideas
- 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
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Christchurch Art Gallery
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