Papanui 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 Papanui

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,749 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿1,749
฿2,012 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (902 reviews)
"Conveniently located and well catered for families."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,593 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿2,593
฿2,982 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (683 reviews)
"My stay was great, this place is clean and tidy, and secure."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
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V Motel
3 out of 5
134 Main N Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful and so accommodating. The motel is spotlessly clean and equiped with all the amenities as well as extras like chocs on the bed. Serviced daily if required. Spacious and comfortable. Definitely one of the best we have stayed in. Will absolutely be back."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

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Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
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
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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Saint Albans

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

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.

Saint Albans
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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
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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.

Ilam
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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