Templeton 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.
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.
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.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
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.
Activities
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Templeton
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.
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 Omarino Wine Park.
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.
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.
Halswell
Halswell might not have many top sights, but Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Christchurch Adventure Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Christchurch, Canterbury
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- New Brighton Beach
- Hagley Park
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Christchurch Gondola
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Mona Vale
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Arena
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- New Regent Street
- Canterbury Museum
- Lincoln University
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Riverside Market
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Addington Raceway
- Burwood Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Transitional Cathedral
- Christchurch I-SITE
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Ferrymead Heritage Park