Shirley Travel Guide

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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

Lyttelton Harbour

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

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

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

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

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

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

฿5,304
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

฿7,522
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

฿7,426
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

฿1,292
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

฿5,767
per adult
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

฿3,838
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
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Top hotels in Shirley

Garden Hotel Christchurch

Garden Hotel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
110 Marshland Road, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,834 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿1,834
฿2,109 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (544 reviews)
"Great price, quiet, good size room"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Garden Hotel Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,731 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,731
฿3,141 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"It was a great experience and weekend away"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ฿4,381 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿4,381
฿5,039 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Room service was delivered by a robot machine carting food. Super unique and very interactive."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

4 out of 5
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,993 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,993
฿3,442 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
"Was a nice modern hotel, well appointed. Restaurant downstairs was a real treasure with fantastic food. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
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Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,470 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿1,470
฿1,690 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfectly reasonable room, at a fantastic price"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,408 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,408
฿3,919 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and room was clean and the mattress was nice and comfortable. The hotel has a lovely courtyard to enjoy in the warmer months"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Shirley

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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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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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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.

Linwood
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Redwood

If you're spending some time in Redwood, Murchison Park and Styx River are top sights worth seeing.

Redwood
New Regent Street showing outdoor eating and railway items as well as a small group of people

Christchurch City Centre

4.5/5(126 area reviews)

Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Christchurch City Centre
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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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