Papanui 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.

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.

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.

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

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

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

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Our pick of the best Papanui Hotel Deals

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
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V Motel
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Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
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Novotel Christchurch Airport
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Rydges Latimer Christchurch
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Sudima Christchurch City
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Other neighbourhoods around Papanui

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Ilam
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.
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- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Sumner Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Riverside Market
- Papanui Road
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Lincoln University
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
- Addington Raceway
- Christchurch Adventure Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Christchurch Art Gallery
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