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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Our pick of the best Papanui Hotel Deals
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Cosy, tidy studio unit with everything you need. Great water pressure in shower and comfortable bed. Was nice not to hear any road noise throughout the night, being off the main road. Check in was quick and easy.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Great stay, beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
V Motel
excellent , great owners ,
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Great resignation
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Really nice room! We had a king bed which was incredibly comfortable. Reasonably priced with the room and food. Walking distance to the airport which was very convenient.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Bealey Quarter
Room was lovely and tidy workers were wonderful and friendly
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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.
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 Mona Vale 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.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Papanui Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Casino
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Papanui Road
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- New Regent Street
- Riverside Market
- Mona Vale
- Lake Pukaki
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Canterbury Museum
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Burwood Hospital
- Lincoln University
- Merivale Mall
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Addington Raceway
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