Mount Pleasant Travel 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.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
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.
Activities
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch
Beautiful Scottish city, Dunedin private tour 3D2N
Akaroa Cruise Excursion - Christchurch Sightseeing & Jetboating
Christchurch: Godley Head & Lyttelton Guided Walking Tour
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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.
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.
Waltham
While Waltham isn't home to many top sights, Riverside Market and Cashel Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Golf Resort or Port Hills.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Gondola
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Casino
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- International Antarctic Centre
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Arena
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Papanui Road
- Canterbury Museum
- Banks Peninsula
- Lincoln University
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Riverside Market
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Addington Raceway