McLeans Island 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.
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
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around McLeans Island
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 Russley Golf Club.
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.
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.
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.
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Papanui Road or Northlands Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Coringa Country Club
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Christchurch Gondola
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mona Vale
- Christchurch Arena
- Cathedral Square
- University of Canterbury
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- New Regent Street
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Canterbury Museum
- Papanui Road
- Burwood Hospital
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Lincoln University
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Riverside Market
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Christchurch Art Gallery
- Taylor's Mistake Beach