Ouruhia Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
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
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo (Small Group)
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Ouruhia
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Papanui Road or Northlands Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Wilding Park Tennis Center or Eastgate Mall.
Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.
Ouruhia Travel Guide
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Gondola
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- Mona Vale
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Lincoln University
- Canterbury Museum
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Burwood Hospital
- Addington Raceway
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Merivale Mall
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
