Kainga Travel Guide
Christchurch
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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Top hotels in Kainga

Bealey Quarter
Lovely clean room. Good dining. Would stay again
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Location was convenient
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Friendliest staff. Great breakfast. Confortable room and bed. Lots of dining opportunities in the area. Wothin 10 minutes of walking of the airport..Right next to Antarctic Center which should not be missed.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Polite, helpful staff. Very clean room, with all the amenities one needs. Comfortable bed/mattress, but large pillows gave me a sore neck. Why do you not supply an option of a softer, flatter one?
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Clean and great restaurant.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Hotel Give
Perfect location opposite the botanical gardens and seamless check-in and check-out. Room and bathroom clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kainga

Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.

Saint Albans
Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.

New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at New Brighton Beach or He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools.

Merivale
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.

Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Russley Golf Club and Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre while you're in town.

Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Wilding Park Tennis Center or Eastgate Mall.

