South New Brighton 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.
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.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
International Antarctic Centre
Take a trip to Antarctica to see the animals that live there and hear tales of the intrepid travellers who risked their lives to explore it.
Activities
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch
Beautiful Scottish city, Dunedin private tour 3D2N
Akaroa Cruise Excursion - Christchurch Sightseeing & Jetboating
Christchurch: Godley Head & Lyttelton Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around South New Brighton
New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at New Brighton Beach or He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Wilding Park Tennis Center.
Woolston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Waltham
While Waltham isn't home to many top sights, Riverside Market and Cashel Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lyttelton
You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Gondola
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Arena
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Papanui Road
- Canterbury Museum
- Banks Peninsula
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Riverside Market
- Lincoln University
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Addington Raceway