Riccarton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Mona Vale
Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.
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.
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 Riccarton Hotel Deals
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Helpful friendly staff , including. the manager. who took time to stop and. chat with us. in the carpark. Room was a nice room with lots. of space. Food was excellent. both dinner. and. breakfast. Location is just.out.of.town.so.nice.and.quiet with a lovely walk through the.park to get to the center. ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Golden Star Motel
The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Carnmore Hagley Park
Nice clean room and good location
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Samhil Motor Lodge
Clean room (cleaned daily). Warm welcome. Great location.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Riccarton Motor Lodge
Very clean… efficient staff…walking distance to shops & restaurants/cafes
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Lorenzo Motor Lodge
Great location just outside Christchurch free parking
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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 Bridge of Remembrance while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Riccarton Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Riccarton?
- Hotels Near Christchurch, Canterbury
- Which hotel chains are in Riccarton?
- More holiday ideas
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Mona Vale
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Casino
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Lake Pukaki
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Canterbury Museum
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Lincoln University
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Merivale Mall
- Southern Cross Hospital
What kind of hotels are in Riccarton?
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Are there hotels near Riccarton?
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