Papanui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

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.

Hagley Park
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

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 Beach
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

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.

Sumner Beach
Christchurch featuring street scenes

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.

Cathedral Square
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola

Activities

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

NZ$385
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

NZ$385
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

NZ$299
per adult
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

NZ$390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

NZ$199
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

NZ$1,995
per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Our pick of the best Papanui Hotel Deals

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui, Christchurch
The price is NZ$100 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$100
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (904 reviews)
"Service was on point, even when we booked for spa and each time we came to buy from the reception everyone was smiley and friendly. What made it even better was seeing a sign that ses kind people are my kinda people."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
V Motel

V Motel

3 out of 5
134 Main N Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is NZ$153 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$153
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
"Freat vslue for money, tidy clean very large rooms.asked for a room aeay from the road noise and was placed into a room at the rear. Very quiet. Great comfortable beds."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

V Motel
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is NZ$161 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$161
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (689 reviews)
"Nice hotel with comfy bed. Lovely staff and great restaurant"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is NZ$279 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$279
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"The hotel is very close to the airport its walkable, Room was excellent and breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is NZ$150 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$150
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent facilities including the great gym. As always, the Rydges breakfast still holds the top spot against all of the hotels we have stated in."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is NZ$242 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$242
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews)
NZ Holiday
"We had a wonderful and comfortable stay in Sudima Christchurch City Hotel. The neighbourhood is quiet and there is a bus stop right in front of the hotel, making it easy for us to move around as we don't drive. It is walkable to the bus interchange and the shopping areas and eateries. Kudos to the ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
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Other neighbourhoods around Papanui

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Merivale

4.5/5(319 area reviews)

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.

Merivale
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Saint Albans

4/5(163 area reviews)

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.

Saint Albans
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Redwood

If you're spending some time in Redwood, Murchison Park and Styx River are top sights worth seeing.

Redwood
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Burnside

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

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.

Burnside
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Fendalton

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
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Ilam

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam

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