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
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
14 Day South Island Grand Adventure Tour (Small Group & Carbon Neutral)
Beautiful Scottish city, Dunedin private tour 3D2N
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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 Harewood Golf Club.
Wigram
Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Christchurch Gondola
- Mona Vale
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Christchurch Arena
- Cathedral Square
- International Antarctic Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- New Regent Street
- Canterbury Museum
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Papanui Road
- Burwood Hospital
- Lincoln University
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Riverside Market
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Victoria Street
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Christchurch Art Gallery