Wigram Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Air Force Museum of New Zealand
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand in Christchurch. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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
4-Day Great Southern Circle Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Wigram
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.
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.
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.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Orangetheory Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
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- More holiday ideas
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Gondola
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mona Vale
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Christchurch Arena
- International Antarctic Centre
- Papanui Road
- New Regent Street
- Canterbury Museum
- Lincoln University
- Riverside Market
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Addington Raceway
- Burwood Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Christchurch I-SITE
- Ferrymead Heritage Park