Russley Travel 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Beautiful Scottish city, Dunedin private tour 3D2N
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Other neighbourhoods around Russley
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.
Hornby
The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.
Upper Riccarton
Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.
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.
Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and McLean's Island Golf Club.
Wigram
Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- New Brighton Beach
- Sumner Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Hagley Park
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Mona Vale
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Arena
- University of Canterbury
- International Antarctic Centre
- New Regent Street
- Canterbury Museum
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Papanui Road
- Burwood Hospital
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Riverside Market
- Lincoln University
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Victoria Street
- Addington Raceway