Ilam Travel Guide

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, a bay or harbour and mountains

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(23 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

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.

Hagley Park
Sumner Beach which includes rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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.

Sumner Beach
New Brighton Beach which includes a sandy beach, surf and surfing

New Brighton Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
Christchurch which includes street scenes

Cathedral Square

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Cathedral Square
Riccarton Road

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.

Riccarton Road

Things to do

Road to Hana Adventure with Breakfast & Lunch

Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup, Breakfast & Lunch

฿7,139
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup, Breakfast & Lunch
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

฿5,392
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur’s Pass Day Tour with TranzAlpine

฿7,548
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur’s Pass Day Tour with TranzAlpine
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

฿3,902
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

฿7,580
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

฿4,313
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
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Top hotels in Ilam

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ฿4,518 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿4,518
฿5,196 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Great airport location and stay
"Rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were friendly and helpful. An easy one minute walk to the terminal made for an easy, early morning flight!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,061 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,061
฿3,520 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great service, good food, lovely room and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Fable Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,877 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,877
฿3,309 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Courteous friendly staff who went out of the way to make our stay an enjoyable one"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Pavilions Hotel
Pavilions Hotel
4 out of 5
42 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,440 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿2,440
฿2,806 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and nice during our stay."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Pavilions Hotel
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,687 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿2,687
฿3,090 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Everything was to our expectations except the lack of a car park one night - which was included in our package"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
4 out of 5
64 Kilmore St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,928 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿2,928
฿3,367 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (309 reviews)
"Great place centrally located. Just could have better coffee and toilet paper"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
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Other neighbourhoods around Ilam

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Burnside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

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.

Burnside
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Fendalton

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton
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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.

Papanui
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Merivale

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.

Merivale
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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.

Wigram

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