Southshore 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Our pick of the best Southshore Hotel Deals
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
We stayed in a premier room which was very comfortable and well worth the extra few dollars. The staff were very helpful and friendly, and the bar area was quiet and worth a visit for a small night cap drink. The hotel was fully booked and with a central location in Christchurch I can see why this ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Room was clean, organized. Closest to the airport and there are buses going downtown/the city which you can use your tap credit/debit card if you don't have the metro card (i think $3/ride) The whole hotel is clean and organized. Nice amenities. Helpful staffs and they have a luggage weighing scale ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Very good location.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Had a great stay, then extended due to weather cancellations. Good location to cbd. Clean new and friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Give
Great service Nice enough rooms
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southshore
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Bromley
While Bromley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wilding Park Tennis Center and Eastgate Mall.
New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at New Brighton Pier or New Brighton Beach.
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.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Wilding Park Tennis Center or Eastgate Mall.
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.
Southshore Travel Guide
- New Brighton Beach
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Casino
- Papanui Road
- Wolfbrook Arena
- International Antarctic Centre
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Banks Peninsula
- New Regent Street
- Riverside Market
- Mona Vale
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Lake Pukaki
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
- Lincoln University
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Okains Bay Beach
- Christchurch Art Gallery
