Upper Riccarton 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

TranzAlpine Train

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

฿8,033
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

฿5,198
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

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

฿1,266
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

฿8,316
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

฿4,725
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo (Small Group)

฿5,651
per adult
Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo (Small Group)
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Top hotels in Upper Riccarton

298 Westside Motor Lodge

298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,828 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿2,828
฿3,253 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
"Clean room and super friendly staff 😊"

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

298 Westside Motor Lodge
Apollo Motel Christchurch

Apollo Motel Christchurch

3 out of 5
288 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,093 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿2,093
฿2,407 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Bush Inn ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (419 reviews)
"Shops near by"

Reviewed on 1 Sep 2025

Apollo Motel Christchurch
Alpha Motel Christchurch

Alpha Motel Christchurch

4 out of 5
338 Blenheim Road, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,660 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿2,660
฿3,059 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Very close to where we needed to be. Quiet even when being on the main road. Sam was very helpful. Will stay again"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Alpha Motel Christchurch
315 motel Riccarton

315 motel Riccarton

2 out of 5
315 Riccarton Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,507 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,507
฿2,884 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hagley Park and Bush Inn Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"Great 2 bedroom apartment, earlier located by bush inn with heaps of food options. Great location to Canterbury university. There was heaps of traffic. We had a front room and we are not use to traffic we did not know it was on a main road. Other than that place was really nice"

Reviewed on 5 Sep 2025

315 motel Riccarton
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ฿4,467 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
฿4,467
฿5,137 total
26 Sept - 27 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Outstanding option when flying in and out of Christchurch. Rooms were clean and well designed. Restaurant was amazing and staff very helpful. Our flight was cancelled last minute and they were very accommodating."

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,222 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,222
฿3,705 total
14 Sept - 15 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent property & so well located! Everything is within walking distance. Loved Rydges Latimer & Christchurch"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Riccarton

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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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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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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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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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Addington

4/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Addington

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