Southshore 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch With TranzAlpine
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Top hotels in Southshore
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Friendly and welcoming staff. Good facilities
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
LyLo Christchurch
The room was very clean and bed sheets and blankets were very nice. Staff was amazing, very kind and helpful. Kitchen and area around is soo clean. Walkable distance to the airport which is very nice!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Clean room, great view of the airport
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Christchurch City Hotel
Perfect - great shower - helpful staff - a short but very good stay
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sudima Christchurch City
This was a good stay however the restaurant lets the hotel down.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Bed and bathroom were nice, room was spacious. Lack of microwave was a huge miss. Having defrosted but still cold lunch that we brought was not nice, and the on-site food options were horrendously expensive, so we looked elsewhere in Christchurch for other food options. Parking was convenient and ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southshore
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
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 New Brighton Pier.
Woolston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.
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.
Lyttelton
You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.
