New Brighton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit New Brighton
Popular places to visit
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.
New Brighton Pier
Find out about the history of Christchurch when you spend time at New Brighton Pier. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
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.
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
From Christchurch: Arthur’s Pass Day Tour with TranzAlpine
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
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Other neighbourhoods around New Brighton
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.
Saint Albans
Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Merivale
Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Science Alive.
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
- Places of interest
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- New Brighton Pier
- New Brighton Skatepark
- Rawhiti Domain
- Thomson Park
- Rawhiti Golf Club
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Christchurch Casino
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- Banks Peninsula
- Riverside Market
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Taylor's Mistake Beach