Governors Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 Governors Bay Hotel Deals
Õtoromiro Hotel
Great stay and friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Good value option. Will use again
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Great
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Christchurch City Hotel
Great room! Friendly staff! Great after hours checkin instructions! 10/10 will stay here again when passing through Christchurch next time! Cheers!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
LyLo Christchurch
The room was small and clean and the shower was good.It would have been nice to have a shelf in the bathroom and possibly a small table.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Give
Place is a former YMCA, was in a private room. Room was clean with a spacious bathroom and nice ambience. Room was a bit hot without ability to directly resuce telperature, so had to open a window which did the job. Location was excellent being in vicinity of Hagley Oval and Christchurch city ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Governors Bay
Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort.
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.
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.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.
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.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
Governors Bay Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Governors Bay?
- Hotels Near Christchurch, Canterbury
- Which hotel chains are in Governors Bay?
- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- New Brighton Beach
- Cathedral Square
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Christchurch Casino
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Papanui Road
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Christchurch Gondola
- Banks Peninsula
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Mona Vale
- Lake Pukaki
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Canterbury Museum
- Lincoln University
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Christchurch Art Gallery
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