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.
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.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
Mona Vale
Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.
Activities
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Godley Head Lighthouse 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.
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.
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.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Hagley Park
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Christchurch Gondola
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Mona Vale
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Arena
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- New Regent Street
- Canterbury Museum
- Banks Peninsula
- Lincoln University
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Riverside Market
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Addington Raceway
- Burwood Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Transitional Cathedral
- Christchurch I-SITE
- Southern Cross Hospital