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.
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.
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
Our pick of the best Riccarton Hotel Deals
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Parkview On Hagley
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Golden Star Motel
Reviewed on 13 July 2025
The Towers on the Park
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Carnmore Hagley Park
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025
Tower Junction Motor Lodge
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House 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 Cathedral Square 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
- 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
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- 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
What kind of hotels are in Riccarton?
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